Marital & Family Law

DUPE of Marital & Family Law

We understand that dealing with divorce is difficult — we’re here to help you get through it. Our attorneys have over 60 years of combined experience representing clients in all manner of divorce proceedings and marital law. We offer a free initial consultation so you may meet with an attorney and discuss your problem. The following is a very brief outline of some of the issues you may have to consider:
No-Fault Divorce

NO FAULT DIVORCE: Florida law provides for a “no-fault” divorce. Basically, you may obtain a divorce by asking. You do have to show though that one of the parties has resided in Florida for at least the six month period immediately prior to the filing of papers. Also, the marriage must be “irretrievably broken”.

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marital and family law children and divorce

CHILDREN: When children are involved, there will likely be ongoing interaction among the parties. Often large sums of money are spent because the parties can't get along. Sometimes, judges will have to lay out in great detail how exchanges regarding children shall take place.

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Child Support

CHILD SUPPORT: Governed by Florida Statutes, courts can award temporary child support immediately after a court case is filed. That amount must be paid until circumstances change or until the final divorce hearing when permanent support will be ordered. Failure to pay has a ripple effect.

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Alimony

ALIMONY: When a party believes that they have a need for financial assistance from the other party, alimony can be requested. As with child support, the Court can award temporary alimony until the final divorce hearing is held.

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Attorney Fees

ATTORNEY'S FEES: A party to a divorce may allege they cannot pay for a lawyer and the other party can pay both lawyers’ fees. Courts don't want situations where one party can drive the other into submission.

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Do you need a divorce mediator?

MEDIATION Mediation is the process by which the parties and their lawyers meet with a neutral party to resolve the issues. Ideally, the mediator should be well versed in divorce issues but cannot force anyone to agree.

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