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Welcome to our blog postings. Some of our blog entries will be articles impacting the legal climate in the Greater Tampa Bay Area, some will be simple updates about our firm. One never knows, there might even be the occasional shot of humor and local news! We look forward to sharing with you.
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Do children have the right to an attorney? | Brandon Legal Group
The answer to the question "Does a Juvenile have a right to an attorney?" is yes. Florida law gives a child the right to have a lawyer represent them throughout all proceedings in juvenile court. If you are deemed by the judge to be in a financial...
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BLG Welcomes New Attorney Melissa A. Gravitt
Brandon Legal Group is excited to announce that attorney Melissa A. Gravitt has recently joined our team. Brandon Legal Group is now comprised of seven lawyers to help you with your legal matter(s). Ms. Gravitt went to the University of Florida for her undergraduate...
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Florida Divorce, Residency Requirements | Brandon Legal Group
What are the residency requirements to file for divorce in Florida? For assistance with your Florida Divorce, contact the Family...
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Meet Your Attorney Kevin D. Astl
Attorney Kevin D. Astl "Hi. I'm Kevin Astl. I am the managing attorney at Brandon Legal Group's New Tampa and Wesley Chapel office. I practice in the areas of high-conflict divorce & family law, business representation & litigation, criminal defense, and...
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Are all law violations by children handled in juvenile court?
No, all law violations by children are not handled in juvenile court. If your child commits a violation of law pertaining to the operation of a motor vehicle, other than a felony traffic offense, the charges will be referred to the same court that handles traffic and...
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What is a QDRO and why do I need one?
A QDRO (or Qualified Domestic Relations Order) is the legal document that divides up a qualified pension or retirement account including 401(k)s and other such assets pursuant to a divorce. The judgment of divorce is not sufficient to divide up qualified plans; a QDRO...
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Meet Your Attorney Laurel A. Tesmer
Attorney Laurel A. Tesmer "Hi. My name is Laurel Tesmer. I have been practicing law for 10 years. I have spent all 10 of those years practicing in the area of family law. In addition to family law, I also practice in the areas of bankruptcy and estate planning. I...
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What happens after your child is charged? Brandon Legal Group
If the police charge your child with a criminal offence, what procedures follow? If the police charge your child, the following is the typical process. Information concerning the charges will be furnished to the DCF and to the state attorney for review. A counselor...
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Strange Divorce Facts – Red State Divorce Rates
Divorce is 27% more likely in predominantly Republican states than in predominantly Democratic states. Couples in predominantly red states tend to marry younger than in blue states. Odd but true divorce facts. Who Knew? For local Divorce Facts, don't just rely on the...
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Odd Divorce Facts – Divorce and Your Profession
According to a recent study, dancers and choreographers reported the highest divorce rates (43.1%), followed by bartenders (38.4%), and massage therapists (38.2%). Rounding out the top 10 were casino workers, telephone operators, nurses, and home health aides. No...
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Meet Your Attorney Luke A. Mattson
Attorney Luke A. Mattson "Hi. I'm attorney Luke Mattson. I've been practicing law for 19 years, and I've focused my practice on family law for 17 of those years. I think part of my job is to take away some of the stress involved in a family law matter. This mean...
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Legal Scholarship Entry, Another Honorable Mention
The law offices of Brandon Legal Group would like to thank everyone that entered our first legal scholarship. While there was only 1 recipient of the scholarship, we believe it is still appropriate to call out the effort put forward by other applicants as well. Thank...
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Can your child go to an adult jail? Juvenile Arrest Questions
It is possible that your Juvenile child may go to an adult jail. Your juvenile child will only go to an adult jail if he/she has been convicted of a crime as an adult or if it is the first time he/she is being transferred to adult court. If your child goes to an adult...
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Odd Divorce Facts – Lowest Divorce Rates by State
According to 2012 U.S. Census Bureau statistics, New Jersey has the lowest divorce rates. New York, Connecticut, Delaware, and Massachusetts round out the top five lowest rates. The East coast in general has a divorce rate of less than 12%. Wouldn't it have been nice...
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Meet Your Attorney Ingrid M. Hooglander
Attorney Ingrid M. Hooglander "Hi. My name is Ingrid Hooglander. I've been practicing law in the state of Florida for the last 19 years. I am also licensed in the District of Columbia. I began practicing law as an Assistant State Attorney in Miami, Florida, where I...
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If questioned, should your child cooperate with law enforcement?
If your child is being questioned for a crime, should they cooperate with law enforcement? If your child is taken in for questioning by the police, he/she should not answer any questions regarding the offense unless you or a lawyer is present. It is best to always...
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Divorce Questions – What Happens to My Pension?
Pensions and retirement plans may be entirely marital assets or contain a marital portion. You may keep your entire pension if your spouse waives his/her entitlement or your spouse exchanges his/her marital value of your pension for another asset.< There are rarely...
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BLG’s Second $1,000 Scholarship Opportunity
$1,000 Scholarship Opportunity Brandon Legal Group is happy to announce that we are now offering our second $1,000 scholarship. Our first scholarship opportunity was only open to students enrolled or attending an ABA accredited Florida law school. This scholarship has...
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