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Family Law

Serving the Families of Florida

Family law in Florida encompasses a range of legal yet personal issues, such as divorce, paternity, and more. When dealing with these issues, you need an attorney who has empathy along with vast legal experience.

Understanding the rules that govern family law in Florida is crucial. Having an attorney on your side helping you can ensure you are prepared for any legal proceedings. You can find the attorney you need at Legal Counsel, P.A.

Our Family Law Services in Florida

Family law covers various types of cases, including divorce, child custody, paternity rights, and modifications of existing agreements. Each of these scenarios requires a careful and informed approach to achieve the best possible outcome for all parties involved.

Divorce / Dissolution of Marriage

Divorce, or the dissolution of marriage, is often the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about family law. The divorce process involves the legal termination of a marriage and encompasses various aspects including but not limited to the following:

Asset division
Alimony
Child custody

In Florida, several of these processes can be either contested, uncontested, or collaborative.

Contested Divorce / Contested Dissolution of Marriage

A contested divorce occurs when spouses cannot agree on one or more key issues of the divorce, such as:

Property division
Child custody
Spousal support

These disputes require experienced legal representation to ensure a fair resolution is reached. Our attorneys work diligently to present your case effectively, protecting your rights throughout the process.

Uncontested Divorce / Uncontested Dissolution of Marriage

An uncontested divorce, on the other hand, is when both parties agree on all the terms of the divorce. This can be a smoother and quicker process compared to a contested divorce. Our attorney makes sure all agreements are documented correctly and legally binding and helps you and your partner present them to the court.

Collaborative Law Divorce

Collaborative law divorce is an alternative dispute resolution process where both parties, along with their attorneys, commit to resolving their differences outside of court. It’s a halfway point between contested and uncontested divorce where you and your partner don’t agree, but you can negotiate your differences.

This method promotes open communication and mutual respect, aiming for a settlement that benefits both parties. It is an excellent option for couples looking to minimize conflict and work collaboratively toward a resolution.

Paternity Rights/Actions

Establishing paternity is essential for ensuring a father’s rights and responsibilities towards his child. It can affect child support, custody, and visitation rights. Our attorney will guide you through the process of establishing paternity, ensuring that your legal rights as a father are recognized and protected.

The first paternity action we would take includes establishing legal fatherhood so previously mentioned concerns such as child support, custody, visitation, and inheritance rights can be established.

Modifications For Divorce Agreements

Life circumstances change, and agreements made during a divorce may need to be modified for later on. Our attorney will assist you in filing for and securing the necessary modifications for:

Timesharing

This part of the divorce agreement specifies how much time each parent will spend with their children. This must include a schedule, as rough or specific as both parents agree. The timesharing section of a parenting plan can also include specifications for how the parents should make decisions in the child’s upbringing.

Child Support

Child support is how much money the non-custodial parent – the parent who spends the least amount of time with the child – will pay to the custodial parent. This money is meant to provide the child with the proper necessities, including food, clothing, and shelter.

Spousal Support

If one spouse was the breadwinner or made substantially more financial contributions than the other, one spouse may have to pay the financial support. This is meant to help the less financially successful spouse maintain their quality of living, or close to.

Establishing Support Unconnected with Dissolution of Marriage

Our attorney can help establish support for a client before a divorce is finalized by taking several proactive steps to ensure financial stability and protect the client’s interests.

For example, we can file for temporary court orders that provide immediate relief. This includes temporary spousal support or child support to maintain financial stability during the divorce process.

We can also ensure that both parties provide full financial disclosure. This is crucial for determining appropriate financial support and ensuring fairness.

Furthermore, we can take steps to protect marital assets from being dissipated or hidden. This way we can ensure that support calculations are based on accurate financial information.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Before you get married, or while you are married, you and your spouse can establish an agreement on how to handle your finances and assets in the case of divorce. This way you can make sure you each have the specified assets you need.

A prenuptial and postnuptial agreement can handle issues such as:

Spousal support
Asset division
Debt division
Inheritance rights for children and grandchildren
Business interests

Issues such as child support and child custody cannot be settled in a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement.

Enforcement

Our divorce attorneys play a crucial role in enforcing a divorce agreement. Through several services:

Identifying Violations: We can assist in identifying any breaches of the agreement by the other party, such as missed alimony payments or failure to adhere to custody arrangements.
Negotiation: They can negotiate with the other party or their attorney to resolve issues amicably, potentially avoiding court intervention.

Compel

Filing Motions: If necessary, our attorney can file motions with the court to enforce the agreement, such as a motion for contempt if the other party is not complying.
Documentation: We ensure all necessary documentation is properly filed and maintained, which is crucial for legal proceedings.

Contempt

Should the matter go to court, our attorney will represent you, presenting evidence and arguments to support your case. This way we can protect your rights and your assets from your spouse, the state, or whatever party is trying to keep your divorce from being enforced.

Finding the Right Family Law Attorney in Florida

Choosing the right attorney to represent you in family law matters is a critical decision. Here are some factors to consider:

Experience and Track Record: Having an attorney with a strong track record in handling family law cases similar to yours is a must. We have experience in many different areas of family law.
Personal Connection: Family law matters are deeply personal, and it’s essential to feel comfortable with your attorney. We work to foster a good attorney-client relationship built on trust and open communication.

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Contact the Family Law Attorney at Legal Counsel, P.A. For Help

Family law services in Florida play a crucial role in helping families navigate some of the most challenging times in their lives. Whether you are dealing with divorce, paternity issues, or modifications of existing agreements, having the right attorney by your side can make all the difference.

At Legal Counsel, P.A., we are committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation to our clients. If you need assistance with any family law matter, contact us today online or at (407) 982-5480.

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