- DivorceDivorce – Whether you’ve been considering divorce for a long time or your marriage has unraveled quickly, it’s never easy. We handle both uncontested and contested divorce cases in Palm Beach County.
- Child SupportChild support comes out of the Florida law that requires both parents to financially look after their children. When parents do not live together, the financial support often comes from a court-ordered child support payment that is made from one parent to the primary care-taker of the children. The West Palm Beach child support attorneys at Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates, P.A. assist clients in establishing child support and modifying or enforcing it should the need arise.
- Child Custody and VisitationAll parents struggle with how a divorce will impact their children’s emotional stability and their day-to-day schedule. With the help of a compassionate and skilled West Palm Beach child custody attorney, the needs of your children can be protected throughout the divorce process. At Bruce S. Rosenwater and Associates, P.A. we advise you on all of the decisions that will impact your children both now and into the future.
- Adoption
- PaternityPaternity – For unmarried parents, paternity is important for establishing parental rights and responsibilities. We help clients handle paternity matters, so legal status appropriately reflects biological status.
- Premarital AgreementWhile all marriages are intended to last a lifetime, 40 percent end in divorce. Sometimes, unforeseen and unpreventable issues arise, and a couple decides that going their separate ways is in both party’s best interest. In these cases, married individuals are glad to have signed a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, which can prevent a lot of headache in the event of diovorce. However, pre and postnuptial agreements are not only used in the event of divorce. A marriage can benefit from a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement in many other ways. For example, if you have children from a previous relationship and you pass away without leaving a detailed will, your current spouse may end up inheriting all of your assets, leaving your children with nothing. Discussing your options with an attorney is crucial whenever you find yourself at a crossroads during a life-changing moment, and the West Palm Beach prenuptial & postnuptial agreement attorneys at Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates, P.A. are here to help.
- GuardianshipAttorney Bruce S. Rosenwater was born in Cleveland, Ohio. He is a veteran attorney, having assisted Floridians for more than 30 years. Bruce founded and developed his law firm as a law firm for life. He developed the firm’s practice areas to span most, if not all of an individual’s and a family’s lifetime legal needs. He has distinguished his practice by willingly being a family’s lawyer and counselor throughout the various stages and circumstance of their lives, from owning a first home to unfortunately unavoidable disputes, business and real estate legal needs and even injury, probate and guardianship law. Bruce has surrounded himself with a handpicked team of professionals who share his work ethic and beliefs that the reality of a personal lawyer or retained lawyer should not be reserved for the wealthy and a select few corporate clients.
- Spousal SupportAlimony, or spousal support, is a payment made by the higher earning spouse to the lower earning spouse during divorce and/or after divorce is finalized. For the receiving spouse, alimony can be a crucial financial tool used to get back on their feet following divorce, or a means for supporting themselves after divorce if they are elderly or otherwise unlikely to be able to find a job that would provide them the type of lifestyle they become accustomed to during the marriage. For the paying spouse, alimony can be a constant financial drain, making it impossible to get ahead. Whether you are likely going to be the paying or receiving spouse, the West Palm Beach alimony attorneys here at Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates, P.A., can help you reach a fair and reasonable outcome in your divorce case.
- Child AbuseDoes either parent have a history of spousal abuse, child abuse, alcoholism, addiction, or another negative quality that could influence their parenting ability?
- Restraining OrderA court order issued by a judge is a legal command. Disobeying the order can result in fines, a loss of rights (such as a loss of child custody or visitation rights), and even jail time in the most serious cases, such as if a party disobeys a restraining order to unlawfully move a child out of state. Examples of contempt include the following...
- Real Estate LitigationReal estate contracts can be extremely complicated documents. Reading one can almost seem like reading a novel, albeit a very boring and verbose novel written in another language. If you do not understand the legal terms and jargon, you could be entering into a contract that may not represent your best interests. An experienced real estate attorney can determine whether a real estate transaction is fair and advantageous to you. Our firm has helped clients avoid pitfalls and leverage opportunity in real estate matters involving...
- Real Estate TransactionsMany people wonder if there’s a difference between buying and selling commercial real estate, as opposed to residential real estate. Generally, the biggest difference is the amount of money involved. Commercial real estate may encompass several units of properties that have been combined to create a larger unit, and land values drive up cost in areas with commercial zoning, especially where real estate is designated for retail and office developments. Commercial real estate transactions are also governed by different rules than residential transactions and may take several years to complete. Our firm handles both commercial and residential real estate transactions in Palm Beach County, knowing they cannot and should not be treated in the same manner.
- Easement
- Land Use and Zoning
- Personal InjuryNot all assets and debts are shared in a marriage and cannot be split up evenly during a divorce. Under Florida law, gifts, inheritances, personal injury compensation, and any assets acquired prior to marriage are considered sole property of the spouse who they originally belonged to. In addition, income from a non-marital asset may also be a non-marital asset. For instance, if you rent out a property you purchased prior to marriage and that rental income was never jointly relied upon, it may still be considered non-marital property in divorce proceedings. It is important to have a knowledgeable property division attorney to speak with during a divorce because you may be vulnerable to assets being split that should not be considered marital property in the first place. At times this will require going back to document how an item was purchased. If a new car was purchased with non-marital assets such as an inheritance, that car remains non-marital property as well.
- WillsI was very pleased with the professionalism that Rosenwater & Associates provided me when I transferred Property and had Wills and Trusts implimented.
- Trusts
- ProbateForeclosure defense has come a long way in recent years. The real estate crash of 2008 has changed many of the rules and legal parameters regarding foreclosures. When hiring a team of foreclosure attorneys in West Palm Beach, it is important to select a firm with a proven track record of success and experienced legal representation. Attorney Bruce S. Rosenwater has more than 20 years of experience in helping people in South Florida regarding foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, family law, civil litigation, real estate, probate law and guardianship law. Choosing the right West Palm Beach foreclosure defense attorney is important. Protect your rights as a homeowner by calling the firm at Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates, P.A. at 561-688-0991 and schedule a consultation today.
- BankruptcyIf you are facing large amounts of debt and don’t have any viable options ahead of you, filing for bankruptcy may provide the relief you need. Before you pursue a bankruptcy, though, it is important that you understand the different types of bankruptcy, the bankruptcy process, and how filing for bankruptcy will affect you financially. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is one of the most common bankruptcy types – reach out to our West Palm Beach Chapter 7 Bankruptcy attorneys at the law office of Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates, P.A. today for the help and guidance you need related to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy action.
- ForeclosureIt is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. The thought of losing your home can be devastating. Everything you have worked hard to achieve can be suddenly taken away. But it does not need to happen. A West Palm Beach foreclosure defense attorney can protect your rights and provide a series of effective legal options to help save your property from a seizure. The legal team at Bruce S. Rosenwater & Associates understands the complex nature of foreclosure defense in West Palm Beach and is committed to providing the highest level of representation and legal counsel.
- Debt CollectionYou are protected from harassment by a debt collector under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). If your rights under the FDCPA are being breached, we strongly recommend that you reach out to an attorney immediately. Your attorney can assist you in putting an end to the harassment, as well as suing the creditor under the FDCPA if appropriate. If you sue a debt collector for violations of your rights under the FDCPA and are successful, you may be entitled to damages and compensation for attorneys’ fees.