Third time was not a charm for Tony Hawk, 42, who is now seeking divorce from wife Lhotse Merriam, 38, his third wife.

The pro-skateboarder filed for divorce on Friday in San Diego County. The two have been married for five years and have a daughter together, 2-year-old Kadence Clover Hawk. In a statement to Us Magazine Hawk said that "We have made the difficult decision to file for divorce. We remain deeply committed and loving parents to our daughter, and out of respect for that responsibility we ask that people honor our family's privacy during this important time of transition."

Merriam will now join the other wives, Erin Lee and Cindy Dunbar, in the list of failed marriages that Tony Hawk has been a part of. He is famous for bringing skateboarding to the forefront of American interest in the 1990s while Merriam is a lingerie store owner.

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When it comes to your marital home in a divorce settlement, equitable distribution is a term that you will be hearing a lot.

If you don't decide to sell your home then there are three factors that can determine whether you will get a credit for or a set-off against the value of the home. The first is who will inhabit the home, or who gets full possession of the house, and the basis of that award by a judge. Secondly, if the spouse who is already receiving alimony or child support gets possession of the home as well, you must look at whether the alimony payments will be used for taxes, mortgages payments and other home-related items. Finally, the value of the home.

By examining these factors a court can also look at whether the parties will be claiming capital gains, home related tax deductions and other relevant factors that can affect their right to a set off against their marital portion or a credit. However, since every divorce situation is unique, there is no clear formula that judges use to make this decision. While the liabilities and property of distribution of assets in a divorce they can achieve a degree of consistency by using the above factors to make a decision.

If you have questions about equitable distribution, contact us to get answers from a Jacksonville family law attorney.

Another Hollywood couple that has been in the press lately for their divorce, Christina Milian and the Dream, have taken their divorce to a new level. The Dream, who had agreed to pay Milian 10% of his publishing rights for Justin Bieber's hit song "Baby" is angry that his wife is demanding a bigger portion of the pot.

In addition to asking forspousal support Milian wants a larger percentage of the money that The Dream is getting from Bieber's rising fame. As they fight over this latest financial agreement he has stopped making any payments to Milian while their lawyers duke it out for them.

Milian's lawyer recently told TMZ that, "Mr. Nash filed for divorce. He wanted the divorce, not our client. She then agreed to resolve it peacefully and outside of court." Yet his lawyers are backing down from her peaceful attempts to ensure that any agreements they make are completely on record, taking away any chance of resolving this divorce out of the court room.

If you believe that you should be asking for more money from your divorce settlement, or you want to fight the amount that your spouse is demanding, you need a Jacksonville divorce lawyer on your side.  Don't hesitate to contact Ellerin Hutchinson to get the legal help you need.

Men whose parents were divorced before they turned 18 are two to three times more likely to seriously consider suicide, according to a new study conducted by Dr. Fuller-Thomson. 

However, women whose parents divorced before that same age were not as affected. They were also plagued by increased thoughts of suicide but they were more often linked to other traumatic events. Conducted at the University of Toronto, the study reveals that since children are more likely to be taken into custody by their mothers, the reduced contact with a male role model could be significant in the way men thought later on in life. Fuller-Thomson adds that "other research has indicated a positive father figure is very important for young men and boys, to develop their gender identity and learn ways to regulate their emotions and enhance their mental health."

It is important to add that thought of suicide only affected a small amount of those in the study, and that parents considering divorce now shouldn't take this research to mean that that their children could be at risk. 

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A court denied Steve Nash, star of the Phoenix Suns, request to have the details of his divorce case sealed. The judge overseeing their case, Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Carey Snyder Hyatt, ruled with wife Alejandra Amarilla Nash, stating that there was no reason to make the divorce private.

Steve Nash filed for divorce from his wife last year just after the birth of their third child together. He and his attorneys had worked hard to protect the details of their five-year marriage and subsequent divorce from the public but to no avail.

If you are considering filing for divorce and are ready to take the first step, now is the right time to discuss your case with aJacksonville divorce attorney who can help you.  Don't hesitate to contact the legal team at Ellerin Hutchinson.  We have handled numerous divorce cases and are ready to help you with filing and related matters.

Another celebrity is fighting the rumor mill, this time it is Kendra Wilkinson about her supposed upcoming divorce to husband Hank Baskett. She went on the national radio show "Johnjay and Rich" on Friday to issue a statement, "I don't think me clearing this up is going to make it [into the news] because they don't care. People are going to say what they want."

Wilkinson, 25, says she has even gone to such lengths as to buy all the magazines at the airport she sees that publish negative stories about her.

In a move to possibly counteract the bad press Wilkinson and Baskett, 28, made a public appearance at the Comcast Entertainment Group's TCA Reception in Pasadena, CA last week. They took pictures together and Wilkinson later posted on her blog, "I love date nights with my baby!!!!!"

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Rumors are swirling around Kelsey Grammer's upcoming divorce are about the large amount of money he will be forced to pay in the settlement. Now that Grammer is taking no liberties at hiding his mistress, Kayte Walsh, from the public, it is certain that wife Camille Donatucci Grammer will try to take revenge.

Sources close to the family say that Camille was offered a sum of $30 million minus child support and alimony but she reportedly turned it down. Since there is no pre-nup involved in their marriage legal experts believe that she could easily get another $20 million, especially since she is a partner in his TV company.

That makes for a total of $50 million that she could ask for in addition toalimony and child support.

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Pop star Christina Milian has finally spoken publicly about her divorce to "Latina" magazine. She spoke openly about her short marriage of just one year to The Dream, obstacles in her past and how she is ready to move on. She is also the cover girl for the magazine's February issue.

The 29-year-old told the magazine that she attempted to change herself in an effort to make the marriage work but quickly realized that she wasn't happy anymore. Milian is now ready to "enter the next phase of [her] life."  While she was already unhappy with the marriage rumors of a possible affair between her husband and another woman is what ultimately ended it.

Although she had wondered for a while whether The Dream was having an affair, Milian hasn't been commenting on it to the press. But after thinking back to their time together, her "gut was telling [her] something was off."

The pair has a daughter together.

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Although a check for $15 million would make nearly anyone feel happy, it is not the case for Eddie Murphy's ex-wife Nicole Murphy. When the two they divorced four years ago after 13 years of marriage, Nicole opted to have a one-time payout of $15 million instead of monthly alimony payments.

What seemed like a smart decision at the time has taken a turn for the worse after Nicole's business investments also took a nosedive. She is now in debt and has been forced to take drastic moves to improve her financial situation. Her mansion is now for sale as the IRS is piling tax liens on her to the tune of $846,630. At this time she owes $5 million on her house and her landscaping company $60,000. At this point the money in her account is dwindling quickly.

If you are debating whether to ask for alimony from your spouse or take a one-time lump settlement for your divorce, you need tocontact a Jacksonville family law attorney to help you make this important decision.

Even during the merriest of seasons, Hollywood couples continue to file for divorce. One of the most recent pairs to split up are Dylan Walsh, 47, of Nip/Tuck fame, and his wife Joanna Going, 47. The couple had been married for six years.

Although they aren't discussing the particulars at this time, court documents reveal that the split is due to "irreconcilable differences." Walsh and Going are seeking joint legal and physical custody of their seven-year-old daughter, Stella.

Walsh has already agreed to pay spousal support to Going. This is not Walsh's first time getting divorced.

The actor had previously been married to Melora Walters of "The Office" for seven years before seeking a divorce.

Are you considering divorce? It is a painful and difficult decision, especially if children are involved. Do not attempt to navigate these tricky waters alone, contact a Jacksonville family law attorney now to get the legal help that you will need in the upcoming months.

A recent study by the National Marriage Project reveals that the "moderately educated" are getting married less and divorced more. The study, conducted by the University of Virginia and the Center for Marriage and Families at the Institute of American Values, shows that among those who have a high school diploma but do not have a college degree, marriage and divorce values are changing.

While the "moderately educated" have traditionally been more conservative and traditional in regards to family and marital matters, they "now appear to be turning more socially permissive, even as highly educated Americans have been more likely to embrace a marriage-minded mindset" the study reveals.

Additionally, the study also found that of 25 to 60-year-olds with college degrees, 34 percent go to church on a regular basis, while only 28 percent of the moderately educated and 23 percent of the "least educated" do so.

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Although the singer/actress had been mum about the details before, Christina Aguilera is finally going public with the reasons behind her divorce. In a recent interview with People Magazine she said that "things were so unhealthy and unhappy for both Jordan [Bratman] and me, I knew I had to end it."  She didn't want their son Max to observe any more fighting between his parents, and Aguilera was also suffering from anxiety related to her unhealthy relationship.

The couple was married in Napa Valley in 2005. It has been reported that their marriage was strong up until the point that Aguilera was branching out in her career, particularly with her first film "Burlesque." Even after the birth of their child their marriage was steady; but once he started to get older the actress became more independent, adding stress to their marriage.

Bratman and Aguilera are attempting to be civil for Max, their son, but it has been difficult for them.

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It may come as a surprise that Neve Campbell has gotten a divorce - five months ago. The Canadian actress was wed to her husband John Light for just three years. The 37-year-old star cited "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for their divorce.

In addition to other agreements, Campbell made certain that the Los Angeles Superior Court recognized her desire not to grant Light spousal support.

The couple met on the set of the 2001 movie "Investigating Sex". Campbell and Light wed in May 2007 in Malibu. The actress already has a reputation for short marriages; her first marriage to actor Jeff Colt ended after just two years in 2007.

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Just two days after actress Eva Longoria filed her divorce papers in California, husband Tony Parker did the same in Texas. The couple, who have been married for three years, are saying that "discord or conflict of personalities" is the reason why they are divorcing one another.

While it could be seen as an aggressive move, Parker's separate filing is "standard procedure" and is merely an attempt to protect his rights as well in the divorce process. A source revealed to People magazine that the couple "are still committed to working this out together amicably." Parker's separate filing is supposed to be due to the fact that Longoria found hundreds of text messages from another woman on his phone. The woman is believed to be the wife of Brent Barry, Parker's former teammate.

Although she is not commenting on whether the above rumor is true, Longoria has gone public with her divorce, stating that "we love each other deeply and pray for each other's happiness."

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Despite initial reports that Beyonce's mother, Tina Knowles, filed fordivorce about a year ago, new circumstances reveal that perhaps the pair are having second thoughts. Tina and Mathew, Beyonce's father, were scheduled to have a court appearance last week in Harris County, Texas. However, neither party showed up at the courthouse, causing the judge to dismiss the case.

After 29 years of marriage Tina filed for divorce after her husband was hit with a paternity test last year. The woman, Alexsandra Wright, claimed that Mathew was the father of her unborn child. A test would later prove that, indeed, Mathew is the father. Neither party has commented as to whether this event is the primary reason behind their divorce.

Tina is one of the principle designers at the House of Dereon, the fashion empire she co-created with Beyonce. Her husband left his long-time job with IBM to manage Beyonce during the beginning of her singing career, into the creation of Destiny's Child, and beyond. He is the founder of Music World Entertainment that has managed the careers of Solange Knowles, Sunshine Anderson, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams.

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A whirlwind marriage and subsequent divorce filing just days before the birth of their daughter lends much intrigue to the soon-to-be-finished relationship between singer Christina Milian and producer The Dream. However, the pair are being hush-hush about specific details of their divorce, preferring the keep it private. Milian and The Dream have only been married since September 2009.

Representative for Milian, attorney Randy Kessler, told TMZ that "Ms. Milian strongly believes that peaceful resolution is better for the child and that she is very pleased with the settlement." However members of the press and those close to the family were surprised when they learned that the couple had filed for divorce just nine days before the birth of their daughter. The duo is expected to file their divorce papers with a Fulton County, Georgia judge very soon.

Divorce can be a messy process, but it doesn't have to be. If you are your spouse want a quiet, private divorce and settlement, contact a Jacksonville divorce lawyer to iron out the details. Contact our law firm today!

Camille Grammar was shocked when husband of 13 years, Kelsey Grammar, recently filed for divorce. When Camille agreed to become a cast member of Bravo's new show "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" their marriage seemed to be on firm ground. However, as the show started filming, Kelsey not only filed for divorce but shortly after went public with his 29 year old girlfriend Katye Walsh.

Camille believes that Grammar wanted her to sign on with Bravo's show in order to make his relationship with Walsh easier. By distracting her and keeping her on the west coast, Kelsey had already moved to New York City to star in La Cage Aux Folles, a Broadway revival play. Furthermore, she didn't really want to do the show, stating "I think it was more Kelsey's agenda. I was very reluctant, because I am a very private person."

Despite the anger that Camille is feeling now, she expressed a desire to once again become friendly with Grammar, the father of their two children. Yet she is not pleased that the details of their divorce will be played throughout the new season of the Housewives of Beverly Hills.

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It is important to establish a work relationship with your divorce lawyer if you are to make the most out of his/her counsel. One common complaint that clients have is their inability to reach their lawyer. Most likely your lawyer is at court or with another client, however, you should always leave a message with the legal assistant or secretary. A telephone conference or office visit can be scheduled with your lawyer; if you continue to have difficulties, ask him/her about additional methods of communication that might be more effective.

As each meeting is vital to your case and may be brief due to your lawyer's hectic schedule, it is vital that you discuss all relevant issues regarding your case, even if you feel that they might be embarrassing. Your lawyer cannot be completely effective in helping you win your case in court if he/she does not know all of the details beforehand.

It is worse for legal counsel to be surprised at trial because they did not have the relevant facts than for you to experience slight embarrassment in the confines of your lawyer's office.

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Reality TV star Vicki Gunvalson of The Real Housewives of Orange County confirmed her divorce this week from husband Donn Gunvalson. Despite their continued attempts to rekindle the romance, including a vow renewal ceremony in July 2009, the life insurance mogul told USMagazine.com that "it's just too hard on both of us." She voiced her desire to keep the details of their divorce private and briefly addressed it on her public Facebook page. Vicki asserted that the split was "amicable" and she still considered Donn as an important part of her life and would continue to do so after the split.

Donn and Vicki did not have any children together but had shared a home with the children from her first marriage, Michael and Briana. The reality TV star will continue working with the Bravo network while filming the sixth season of Real Housewives.

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New York has finally agreed to allow marital unions to end in no-fault divorce.  It is the last state in the country to allow no-fault divorce as justifiable grounds for termination of marriage.

While many are happy to hear the news, others have nothing but complaints about the recent change in family law.  Dennis Poust of the New York State Catholic Conference said, "By saying there's this concept of no fault divorce, it really cheapens the institution of marriage."  

Poust stood before lawmakers and testified against the bill before it was approved in early 2010. He truly believes that the way divorce was handled prior to the law change in New York was much better.  He said, "We have grounds for divorce in the state, adultery, abuse, abandonment. If a marriage is broken and after a cooling off period of one year, then you have the so-called no-fault divorce." 

Instead, Poust has gone on record to say that New York should promote policies that strengthen marriages.  He even went so far as to say that a marriage should be tougher to break down a cell phone contract and believes that with therapy and marital counseling marriages can be saved.

If you need help with your divorce, contact our legal team to get assistance from a Jacksonville divorce attorney.

The state of Florida follows the laws of equitable distribution during divorce and legal separation proceedings.  Under equitable distribution, property is either considered separate or marital.  The court deems the following marital property when distributing assets:

Assets acquired by one or both spouses during the length of the marriage.

Gifts given by one or both spouses during the marriage.

Tested and non-vested benefits or funds occurred throughout the marriage in pension, retirement, insurance and annuity programs.

Debt and expenditures accrued throughout the duration of the marriage.

Property may include, but is not limited to:  homes, vacation homes, vehicles, furniture, jewelry, savings accounts, boats, etc.

Do you have questions about equitable distribution laws in the state of Florida?  Contact Ellerin Hutchinson today to speak with a Jacksonville family law attorney.  A lawyer from our team will take the time to listen to your questions and provide you with guidance and reliable answers.

In Los Angeles, the divorce for Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has been finalized by a judge, meaning the marriage between the mayor and Corina Villaraigosa has been terminated.

In June 2007, Corina filed for divorce petition in Superior Court. In her petition, she cited "irreconcilable differences" as the grounds for her divorce.

Weeks prior to Corina filing a divorce petition, new sources spread a story that insinuated the mayor was having an affair with TV news person Mirthala Salinas.  The mayor responded and said that he took the blame for the failure of his marriage. The couple was married for 20 years and had no children together.

Are you going through a tough divorce in the state of Florida? If so, know that the legal advocacy and support you need is just a call away.  Contact Ellerin Hutchinson to get help from a professional Jacksonville divorce attorney that can represent you throughout all of your legal proceedings.

In the state of New York, news sources have confirmed that Shania Twain is ready to open up about her recent divorce.  It is said that she will release details by writing an autobiography.

In her book, Twain will discuss her split from music producer, Robert "Mutt" Lange and she will also touch upon her difficult childhood, which includes the death of her mother.  On Wednesday, Twain announced her book and said that it will also chronicle her rise to become one of the top music sellers in the country. 

Twain said that her recent struggles created a "sudden urgency to document my life before I ran out of time."

In the 1990s, Shania became quite famous after releasing hits like "Man!  I Feel Like a Woman!"  During recent years, she has remained out of the spotlight. 

Her book remains untitled and will be published in spring by Atria Books.

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It is a well-known fact that in Hollywood, divorces can be quite messy and even dramatic.  One example of this is Cheryl Hines recent termination of her marriage.

In an interview, Hines commented on her divorce saying, "it's an adjustment [but] I married a really great guy, so we still have a really great relationship.  The comment was made at the Stand Up to Cancer telethon on L.A.

Two weeks ago, the Curb Your Enthusiasm star announced her divorce from Paul Young, a producer and manager.  It was reported that they are divorce filing occurred on July 20^th.

In a statement released on August 23^rd, a representative for Hines said, "They will remain extremely close friends."  The couple has plans to raise their six-year-old daughter, Catherine Rose, together.

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