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Contested Divorce And Family Law In Panama City
If you are facing a divorce, Reed Law attorneys can help guide you through the entire process. We understand this can be an extremely confusing and difficult time. For this reason, we will get to know your personal circumstances and do everything we can to earn your trust. Divorce involves every single aspect of your life. You will need to consider issues related to custody and visitation, child support, alimony or spousal support, child relocation, and division of property and debts.
Our lawyers are experienced family law practitioners. We routinely handle contested and uncontested divorce issues. Our law firm has a reputation for reducing the contentiousness of serious divorce issues and reaching the kinds of outcomes that can benefit both you and your family.
Looking Out For The Best Interests Of Children
The family law attorneys at Reed Law are able to handle complex child custody matters in the context of divorce, separation, relocation or domestic violence. Child custody refers to the care, control and maintenance of a minor. We represent parents in matters involving both sole custody and joint custody. The attorneys at Reed Law will help you understand these custody issues and will fight for you during every step in the process.
We also understand how Florida courts determine child support calculations. Our lawyers routinely litigate factors the court considers in making child support determinations. We will work toward finding the most beneficial solution for you.
Property Division Considerations
As it is extremely difficult to foresee the variety of consequences that can arise from the division of property and assets, it is always worthwhile to have qualified legal representation on your side. At Reed Law, we understand the numbers. Our firm routinely resolves matters involving division of pensions, retirement plans, real estate and even family-run businesses. We have access to accountants and experts who can value businesses, assets and debts. In complex property division matters, we will provide you with your legal options and protect your interests by putting together the sort of strategy that best meets your needs.
What Clients Ask Our Panama City Divorce Lawyer
Going through a divorce brings many questions and concerns about your future. As experienced family law attorneys who have helped countless Florida families through the legal process, we know the questions that matter most to you. Below, we address the most common concerns our clients bring to us about divorce in Florida.
What are the grounds for divorce in Florida?
Florida operates as a no-fault divorce state. This means you can obtain a divorce without proving that your spouse committed any harmful acts or violated their marital duties. The primary ground for divorce in Florida is irreconcilable differences between you and your spouse, which means your marriage has broken down beyond repair. This way, courts do not have to focus on detailed accusations or conduct lengthy trials regarding marital fault, thereby simplifying the legal process.
How long does the Florida divorce process typically take?
The dissolution of a marriage in Florida may take between three and six months for uncontested cases since both spouses typically agree on major issues. Contested divorces that involve disputes over property division, custody and support arrangements can take anywhere from six months to over a year to resolve. Florida law requires a mandatory 20-day waiting period after filing before the court can finalize your divorce. Complex cases with significant assets or difficult custody arrangements may extend the timeline further.
Can I file for divorce in Florida if I’m not a resident of the state?
Florida requires either you or your spouse to establish residency before filing for divorce in the state. One of you must reside in Florida for a full six months before submitting your divorce paperwork to the court. The court expects documentation that proves this residency, including items such as a state-issued driver’s license, utility bills or rental agreements. Your case cannot proceed if both spouses fail to meet this six-month residency standard. As your legal allies, we will help you collect the necessary paperwork to demonstrate residency and avoid delays in your case.
Put Experienced Representation On Your Side
The lawyers at Reed Law in Panama City will get to know your circumstances and speak to you in great detail regarding legal issues surrounding your divorce. To reach our law firm, please call 850-904-0883 or contact us online. We provide representation in contested family law matters throughout Bay, Gulf, Holmes, Jackson, Okaloosa, Walton and Calhoun counties.
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