In Florida, a divorce is called a dissolution of marriage, and that process can be contested or not. The process covers many details that range from the division of debt and assets to financial support, spousal support, and child support if the parties have children. If the parties have children, the Florida Family Court requires [...]
Divorce is challenging no matter the circumstances, and having to navigate child support can further complicate the process. Child support in Florida is determined based on several factors that the court will look at closely. Those include: The income of both parents The custody or time-sharing arrangements, whether voluntary or court-ordered. The financial affidavits that [...]
Spousal support in Florida, also known as alimony, is defined as a payment by one party of a divorce to the other one after the dissolution of the marriage. Either party can ask for spousal support. Florida law requires the court to make a finding that the party seeking alimony has a need for support, [...]
