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Divorce is such a stressful time for those going through it, no matter your situation. Our team of qualified divorce lawyers and paralegals are standing by to assist you in your legal situation.
Whether you are looking to file a divorce claim or have been served divorce papers and are curious about what to do next, our team is here to help answer some of the major questions surrounding divorce processes and proceedings in the state of Florida.
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I want To File For a Divorce. Where Do I Start?
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"Max Factor is unequivocally the premier attorney in Tallahassee. He has worked diligently for me. Every meeting and court appearance, Max was organized and well prepared. His attention to detail is unrivaled. "
Why Should I Hire A Divorce Attorney?
When you hire an attorney, they will help you through the tedious process of creating and filing a Petition for the Dissolution of Marriage with the state, as well as outline the upcoming timeline to expect during the divorce proceedings, including:
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serving your divorce petition to your spouse
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assisting with the multitude of financial disclosure forms
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negotiate with your spouse (and potentially their attorney) about divorce terms of any child custody related items, if applicable.
1st Step:
property division
Assessing and Dividing Your Assets will be among the first if not the very first step you take when you start to file for divorce.
The court will want to determine what assets are marital and if you are required to pay alimony.
Do I need To Hire a divorce Attorney?
How Will My Children Be Affected By My Divorce?
We Prioritize Your Child's Emotional Well-Being.
Our team focuses on making sure this process is as simple as possible for you, guiding you through the steps of divorce in our state. As an emotional support for you, we also prioritize the mental and emotional health of your children during the divorce process.
We have several resources available to you to help your children through the divorce process, starting with our resources page.
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2nd Step:
child custody & support
Will I Be Required To
Pay Alimony?
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3rd Step:
Determine Alimony
What Does The Court Factor In To Alimony?
Florida law provides for spousal support so that both parties in a divorce can have financial resources as they adjust to their new lives.
The courts consider many factors when determining alimony payments, including:
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How long you were married and if either party was a stay-at-home spouse
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Each party’s earning potential, including any necessary job training
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The age and medical needs of both parties
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The parties’ comparative income and assets
We have several resources available to you to help your children through the divorce process, starting with our resources page.
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