To obtain a divorce in Florida, only one party needs to claim either irreconcilable differences or mental incapacity of the other spouse. The alleged incapacitated spouse must [...]

The courts will determine whether a spouse is entitled to alimony based on a specific set of criteria. Thus, each case is unique and fact-specific. It is [...]

Yes, in a contested divorce, both parties will have to attend mediation. Most divorces are settled in mediation. However, collaborative divorce mediation is another structured and non-costly [...]

No, time-sharing/visitation is not contingent upon payment of child support. One parent cannot deny another parent access to their child because of failure to pay child support.

No, Florida has abandoned the tender years doctrine, which presumed the mother to be the better caregiver. Under the tender years doctrine, no matter how active or [...]

A final custody/time-sharing order will take some time and largely depends on the court’s docket. In the meantime, a temporary order can be issued fairly quickly.