Divorce Attorney Serving Winter Springs
In the state of Florida a divorce is known as a “Dissolution of Marriage.” There are different types of divorces that an individual may file a petition for, from a simple divorce to a complex contested divorce. Having the proven and knowledgeable assistance of a Winter Springs divorce attorney from our firm can help clarify the process and make everything run as smoothly as possible for everyone concerned.
Divorce Attorney Serving Winter Springs
In Florida, in order to file for dissolution of marriage, you must first establish residency in that state. To do this, you must be able to prove that you have resided in the state continuously for at least the 6 months prior to filing. There are only 2 possible grounds for divorce in Florida those being irreconcilable differences or mental incapacitation of one of the parties to the divorce. In a simple divorce, in addition to being in agreement on all issues concerning the divorce, the wife may not be pregnant and there may not be any minor or dependent children. If the divorce is uncontested, then the couple must agree on the grounds for divorce as well as several divorce issues including property division, child custody, child support and alimony.
During a contested divorce, one party does not agree with the divorce petition. In this case the court may abate the proceedings and order the couple to attend counseling for a 90 day period, though this is rare. In a collaborative divorce, both spouses and their attorneys must sign a participation agreement that states that everyone is committed to resolving all issues regarding the divorce outside of court. As you can see the laws regarding a Florida divorce can become very complicated and confusing. In order to protect your rights, it is advisable to obtain the services of an experienced divorce lawyer from our firm to assist you.
We understand that the prospect of divorce can be a difficult and confusing time in your life. At John M. Iriye, P.A. our attorney has assisted clients since 1996 with making their divorce decisions and proceedings go as smoothly as possible. Our firm is dedicated to committing all of the necessary time and resources to bringing about a successful outcome to your legal challenge.