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Contested Divorce? Contact an Attorney.

Contested Divorce? Contact an Attorney.

A contested divorce is where the parties don’t agree on the resolution of things such as alimony, equitable distribution, child custody (now referred to as timesharing), child support, etc. It is common for a divorce to start out very litigious, contesting all issues, then as the divorce progresses, the parties end up settling some, or all of the issues.

What to expect during a deposition

What to expect during a deposition

The purpose of a deposition is to establish the facts, issues and circumstances of the case as each party sees it. The testimony given at deposition should match that which will be given at trial. The deposition will take place either at an attorney's office or the office of the court reporter. 

How much does a divorce cost in Florida?

How much does a divorce cost in Florida?

The cost of a divorce can very depending on the issues. The filing fee in the State of Florida is $409.00. If the opposing party needs to be served there is an additional $10.00 fee for a Summons to be issued. There is no way around these charges and they are mandatory for everyone.

How does the length of my marriage determine what kind of alimony I will have to pay or receive?

How does the length of my marriage determine what kind of alimony I will have to pay or receive?

In Florida, the length of a marriage is defined as the date you and your spouse are married though the date either party files an action for dissolution of marriage. The length marriage affects a spouse’s entitlement to certain types of alimony. In Florida there is what is referred to as a short term marriage, a moderate term marriage and long term marriage.

Divorce in Florida

Divorce in Florida

Florida is a no fault state and that means that you do not need a consent or a reason from your spouse to file for a dissolution of marriage. As long as you or your spouse have been a resident of the State of Florida for six months before filing a petition for dissolution and your marriage is irretrievably broken, you can get a divorce in the state of Florida.