Our Practice Areas

Name Changes

In Florida, the process for changing your name legally involves several steps and requires filing paperwork with the court. Here's a general overview of how the name change process works in Florida

Alimony

Alimony, also known as spousal support, in Florida refers to the financial support that one spouse may be ordered to pay to the other during or after a divorce or separation. The purpose of alimony is to provide financial assistance to the spouse who may be at a financial disadvantage following the end of the marriage.

Divorce

In Florida, divorce, legally termed "dissolution of marriage," follows a legal process that involves several steps.

Child Support

Child support in Florida refers to the financial support that a non-custodial parent is legally obligated to provide for their child's well-being after a divorce or separation. It's intended to ensure that children receive the financial support they need for essentials such as food, shelter, clothing, education, and healthcare.

Child Custody/Timesharing

In Florida, "timesharing" refers to the legal term used for child custody and visitation arrangements after a divorce or separation. It's essentially the schedule outlining when each parent will have physical custody of the child or children.

Paternity Matters

In Florida, a paternity action is a legal proceeding to establish the legal relationship between a father and his child when the parents are not married. This process is used to determine the rights and responsibilities of both parents regarding the child, including custody, visitation, and child support.

Enforcement and Modification of Prior Orders

Enforcement: Florida has various enforcement mechanisms in place to ensure that child support orders are followed.