Lets get comfortable with making peace. Join Carina as she takes an in-depth view of peacemaking in the divorce process with David J. Smith, JD, MS

In this episode of the webinar series Keeping Up With KLG, Carina interviews Chris Beck of Soberlink. Learn about a new device for monitoring alcoholism in divorce cases.

Are you experiencing "COVID-19 fatigue"? This pandemic has dragged on for months. People have been hearing about it every day since the beginning of March. Learn more about it in this interview with Dr.Mimi Hull of Hull & Associates & Carina Leeson, Esq. of Kendrick Law Group

All you need to know about your business & divorce. Take a behind the scenes look as Kendrick Law Group's Sarah Geltz, Esq. & Carina Leeson discuss divorce and how it may affect your business. Family legal matters are inherently stressful. We are here to help. This includes, but is not limited to: Contrary to public opinion, many family law practitioners are not pro divorce. We work diligently to mitigate this stress and help our clients achieve the best outcome in the interest of their family. Collaborative divorce is a useful option for many involved in the divorce process; because the focus is on minimizing the drama/stresses and collectively deciding what is best for the future of all involved. The goal is for all parties, attorneys, financial and mental health professionals to work “together” as opposed to “against” one another. This form of divorce works in all situations, but particularly successful in splits involving businesses, mental health issues, high net assets or special valuation needs. Although not without its stressors too, the certified collaborative team can make it much less so, while working towards a fair and acceptable outcome for all parties. ​ Divorce Divorce is a transition that affects every aspect of your life from timesharing and division of assets to spousal and child support. Although divorce proceedings can feel overwhelming at times, the right attorney brings compassion to your matter. At the Kendrick Law Group, we strive to assist you in achieving financial and emotional stability. We are with you every step of the way to explain all the unfamiliar legal issues surrounding your divorce. ​ ​ Divorce in Florida A divorce is described legally as the “dissolution of marriage,” wherein the marriage agreement is disbanded. To achieve a divorce in the state of Florida, the parties involved must satisfy two requirements: Acknowledgement that Florida is a “no-fault” divorce state. This means that the party seeking the divorce does not have to provide any rationale for the divorce. This party, commonly referred to as the plaintiff or petitioner, only need plead that the marriage is irretrievably broken. One of the parties must reside in Florida for at least six months prior to filing a petition for dissolution of marriage. This initiates the legal process toward acquiring a divorce. ​ Alimony Alimony, also known as spousal maintenance, is the continuance of mutual support the financially stable spouse provides to the financially instable spouse for financial security. It is discretionary and will not be granted unless the court makes a specific factual determination as to whether either party has a need for alimony or whether the other party has the ability to pay it, Fla. Stat. § 61.08(2). There are different types of alimony awards dependent upon a range of factors. ​ Collaborative Process The collaborative process is an alternative, non-adversarial option to consider when going through a divorce. It is an out-of-court method that involves the help of an attorney and other collaborative professionals to help resolve marital issues peacefully and without the intervention of the court. Often, couples who choose the collaborative process maintain the privacy of the families involved, create a mutually beneficial parenting plan when children are involved, and empower themselves to maintain control over outcome of their case. ​ At the Kendrick Law Group, our trained Collaborative Practitioner can help you resolve your divorce outside the court setting in an amicable way that protects the interests of all parties involved. ​ Whether involved in the collaborative process or in a contested divorce, the Kendrick Law Group is here for you. To learn more about how our experienced family attorneys can assist you in your divorce proceedings, contact us today.

Sarah Marotta Geltz, Esq.: Florida Trend Legal Elite 2019 & 2020 Super Lawyers Rising Star - Business Law 2018, 2019, and 2020 Orlando Family Magazine Awesome Attorneys List - Estate Planning Orlando Style Magazine Attorney of the year list - 2018, 2019, 2020 OBJ Leadership Trust Member Sarah Marotta Geltz, Esq. is a senior partner in the Kendrick Law Group in Maitland, FL and co-owner of Champion Title and Closing. Sarah focuses her practice on transactional business law, estate planning, asset protection and strategic consulting. A large focus of her practice is dedicated to acting as ongoing counsel to businesses in a number of sectors including, retail, automotive, healthcare, real estate and professional services. She received her undergraduate degree in Business Administration from the University of South Florida in 1996 and spent the early part of her career working in marketing, medical sales, leadership development and sales training. Her time working in these complex and diverse markets gave her significant insight into the challenges facing business owners and entrepreneurs. With the support of her husband (and best friend) Sarah decided to pursue her true passion and obtain a Juris Doctor Degree from Barry University School of Law, graduating in the top 10% of her class. Sarah began her legal career as in-house counsel for a retirement advisory and financial planning group working closely with advisors, clients, school districts and government entities educating, conducting seminars and developing sound estate and asset protection plans for the markets served. In 2016, she teamed with Jessica Kendrick and the pair began offering “outside in-house counsel” services to small to medium size businesses across a number of sectors and very quickly decided to dedicate her efforts completely to the growth of Kendrick Law Group and joined the firm as a partner. Sarah’s strong foundation in real estate and land development, focus on strategic business development and her marketing background has been a driving force in the growth of the firm. The relationships forged with clients in these sectors became the impetus for the launch of Champion Title and Closing, an attorney-owned full service title and settlement services company focused on transparent and client-centered residential and commercial services. In addition to legal strategy she works with business clients to develop, engage and retain effective teams in the workplace using a variety of tools and assessments, and is leader-trained to facilitate programs such as DISC profiling, Emotional Intelligence, Hartmann Values and Conflict Style Assessments. Expanding her professional network and knowledge is always at the forefront and she maintains a strong focus on educational speaking engagements, seminars and professional networks. She is a member of the Orlando Busines Journal Leadership Trust, Florida Executive Women and several local chambers. Community focus is the cornerstone of our firm and Sarah is driven to give back to the Central Florida community. She is one of the founding board members of our own Hope for More Foundation, is the current Board Chair for the Pace Center for Girls and chairs the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Man and Woman of the Year Campaign. Sarah also focuses her time and support with Advent Health Champions for Children, Make-A-Wish Central & Northern Florida, and the American Heart Association.

Divorce During a Pandemic: What You Need to Know In this timely and informative presentation, you’ll hear from Carina Leeson with the Kendrick Law Group Family Division about the impacts of the pandemic on divorces, whether they are being contemplated or already in progress. Learn about the different ways our local courts and judges are handling family law litigation cases and the ways that the courthouse can be avoided entirely with alternative dispute methods, such as mediation or the collaborative law process. Carina will also discuss some hot topics in family law that are direct results of COVID-19, from support issues to parenting disputes, to realistic timelines for a divorce in today’s new normal.

Don focuses on Probate and Civil Litigation. Don was a career enlisted aviator in both the Navy and Air Force. Don is an attorney that was shaped by hard-work, the places he has been, and the people he has met. Don’s military experiences brought him from the Navy to the Air Force; from the ice of Greenland to the hot springs of Iceland; from the brown deserts and mountains of Afghanistan to the white deserts and mountains of Antarctica; from chasing Russian submarines to supporting Russian scientists; from the destruction of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina to meeting Governor Senators, Congressmen and the President. Don is a veteran of Desert Storm and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his 29-year military career, Don earned an A.S. in Aviation Operations, a B.S. in Organizational Management, an M.B.A. in Accounting. After retiring as an Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (E9), Don completed his Juris Doctorate at Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law. Don serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses. Outside the office, Don likes to spend his free time with his family, especially his precious grandkids. When not playing with his grandkids, he enjoys hiking, riding his motorcycle and playing bagpipes. Something special that Don was able to experience was on Saint Patrick’s Day in 2011 when he had the honor of playing at the Capital and White House with the Air Force Reserve Pipe Band. Learn more about Don at https://www.kendricklawgroup.com/don-morrell

Kyle Wilhelm is a Florida native, born and raised in Orlando, Florida. He is the first attorney in his family, and, as such, growing up, he never considered being an attorney. However, after enrolling at the University of Central Florida and taking a few electives in social work, archeology, and psychology, he found a home in UCF’s legal studies program. From then on, he immersed himself in the legal field and obtained a bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies from UCF. During his tenure as a full-time student, he also worked full-time as a paralegal at a law firm in downtown Orlando which specialized in real property disputes, third-party insurance defense, first-party property insurance defense, and personal injury protection. ​ After three years of insight from experienced civil litigation attorneys, he decided that law school was a natural next step in his career. He attended Barry University’s Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law where he was consistently in the top 10% of his class. During his tenure at law school, he was a senior editor on the Barry’s law review journal, a teaching assistant for first year legal research and writing, a dean’s writing fellow, and he also received numerous book awards, namely in Florida Constitutional Law, Real Property, and Legal Research and Writing. He graduated with honors in December 2019 and was #2 in his class. While attending Barry University in his last year, he was hired as a law clerk by the Kendrick Law Group. For the next year, he developed his skills in business organizations, probate, real property, and contracts under the tutelage of Jessica Kendrick and Sarah Geltz. After graduating and passing the bar exam, he began working at the Kendrick Law Group as an associate attorney and is looking forward to his continued growth and success with the firm.