Family law
There are two main types of cases that are presented in the Family Division of the Circuit Court, Dissolution of Marriage and Paternity cases. In dissolution of marriage cases, the State of Florida recognizes the concept of "no fault" divorce, meaning that you do not need to prove fault (i.e. adultery or extreme cruelty) to obtain a dissolution of your marriage.
The standard for granting a dissolution is that your marriage is irretrievably broken, unlike other jurisdictions which require cause to terminate the marriage. The court then proceeds to address the other issues that may be present, such as: an equitable division of your marital property and debts, custody and time sharing arrangement of any minor children, and child support or spousal support (i.e. alimony).
Paternity cases are very similar to dissolution of marriage cases, with the exception that the parties were never married, and the issues mainly revolve around child support and time sharing arrangements of the minor children which were born during the relationship. Below is a list of services that we provide to clients who need help in this area of law.
Adoptions;
Annulment of marriage;
Child Support and enforcement actions;
Corrections to marriage license;
Disestablishment of paternity;
Dissolution of Marriage and related matters;
Mediation to attempt to resolve any disputes without the necessity for trial;
Motions for temporary support of spouse and minor children, or modifications of child support awards;
Partition of real property unconnected with dissolution of marriage;
Paternity Actions and related matters.
The above list is merely an illustration of the many services that we provide in this area of Family Law. For more information do not hesitate to contact us.
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