Marriage can be one of the most fulfilling elements of life. It can also be a huge mistake. Although we are proponents of counseling and encourage our clients to work hard at finding the path to reconciliation, the hard truth is that for some couples, continuation of marriage is not the best option. Sometimes starting fresh and moving on is the best thing for the family. Of

course, every family is different and the approach that may work well for one client may not work best for another. So, before we file, we work out a strategy with the client and then we move forward together.

The Basics of Divorce in Florida

Although the process of getting a marriage license can seem relatively simple, getting a divorce can be complicated. Why? When people get married they are considered, in many contexts of the law, one entity. So, dissolution of a marriage is more than just physical separation. It involves several components, including property division, alimony, custody, child support, and potentially other issues such as child relocation and enforcement. Each component has its own set of elements and guidelines that the court will consider.

It is important to note that the court is generally only required to consider evidence which is properly presented to the court. It is not uncommon for a spouse who is representing himself or herself in a divorce to lose the opportunity to present relevant evidence due to a procedural error. If you are considering representing yourself, we recommend you reconsider. Failing to follow the rules of court and present evidence at the proper time and in the proper manner may result in your inability to get important evidence to be considered by the judge. In such situations, the judge may then be forced to make a decision as if your evidence did not exist. The point is that representing yourself in a divorce proceeding is generally not the best option. Attorneys fees may be obtained in some circumstances and therefore, lack of funds should not be an automatic reason to go it alone.

For more information, contact our office to speak with an attorney today at (561) 472-0919.