{"id":142,"date":"2019-11-01T15:48:59","date_gmt":"2019-11-01T15:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/?p=142"},"modified":"2019-11-01T15:48:59","modified_gmt":"2019-11-01T15:48:59","slug":"florida-divorce-faqs-that-will-help-you-make-a-choice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sherbertlaw.com\/blog\/florida-divorce-faqs-that-will-help-you-make-a-choice\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida Divorce FAQS That Will Help You Make a Choice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Whether you are on the brink of divorce, or have already\nmade the decision to move forward, these frequently asked questions and answers\nabout dissolution of marriage in Florida will help you make educated decisions\nduring the divorcing process, and even after it\u2019s finalized. Continue below to\nreview them all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is Legal Separation Allowed in Florida?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Florida does not recognize legal separation of married spouses. So, state law will not support any legally-binding arrangement made between spouses, even if they ultimately do divorce down the line. Any type of separation agreement between spouses will not be taken into account when it comes time for the court to rule on child support, alimony, property division, and custody. Although legal separation is not supported in Florida, there are other legal recourses and alternatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Get a Divorce in Florida?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the state of Florida, there are three requirements for\ngetting a divorce. First, you must show proof that the marriage took place.\nSecond, you must prove that you or your spouse were a Florida resident for at\nleast six months before filing for divorce; and third, you must prove that the\nmarriage is in fact, irrevocably and permanently broken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Mediation? Is it the Same as Divorce?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mediation is a common method of negotiating all aspects of a\ndivorce, including finances, alimony, property division, child support,\ntimesharing, and more. Generally, mediation involves the group effort of both\nspouses and their respective divorce lawyers, as well as an appointed, neutral\nthird party called a mediator<\/em>. During\nmediation, the mediator will sit down with each spouse and their lawyer to\ndiscuss, negotiate, and resolve all matters related to the divorce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Does a Divorce Take a Long Time?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The amount of time it takes to complete a divorce, from the\nmoment it is filed to the moment it is officially in effect, depends on\ncountless factors unique to each case. Mostly, it depends on whether or not the\ndivorce is contested or uncontested. Other major contributing factors on\ndivorce timelines include how quickly both parties can come to an agreement on\nall matters related to the divorce, the traffic of family courts, the skill of\nyour divorce lawyer, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Much Does a Divorce Lawyer Cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to forbes.com, the average cost of divorce in the United\nStates is around $15,000, most of which is allocated to legal fees. Keep in\nmind that this is just the average. After all, the American Psychological\nAssociation confirms that virtually 50 percent of marriages in our country result\nin divorce. Some couples pay as little as $1,000, while others have paid\nmillions. Attorney fees play a large part in how much you pay for a divorce,\nbut they are not all the same. Divorce lawyers can charge anywhere from $75 an\nhour to $500 an hour. On average, you can expect a divorce lawyer to charge\naround $250 an hour, but this varies among law firms, and from state to state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Has to Pay Alimony After a Divorce?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Who pays the alimony depends on certain factors, which can vary\nfrom state to state. Most often, the spouse who earned the most money through\nthe duration of the marriage is the person ordered to pay alimony. However,\nother factors, such as the spouses\u2019 primary roles during the marriage, the\nnumber of dependents shared, and spousal collaboration, can also affect alimony\norders. There are three common types of alimony that can be awarded by a court\norder in the process or conclusion of a divorce: temporary alimony,\nrehabilitative alimony, and permanent alimony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Gets Custody of the Children After a Divorce?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Who gets child custody, and the limits set forth for\nvisitation, all depends on the presiding judge, the state laws governing\ndivorce and child custody, and several other influential factors. One of the\nmost influential factors used by the family court system to assign custody of\nchildren after a divorce is the determination of the primary caretaker. A\nprimary care-taker is the parent who customarily tends to certain basic needs\nof the children, such as bathing and grooming, meal prepping and cooking, driving,\nhealth care decision-making, basic skills teaching, educating and helping with\nhomework, and planning and participating in recreational activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is Divorce the Right Choice For My Family?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are married and reconsidering your relationship, but are not ready to file for divorce<\/a>, you may still have other legal options. Contact the Law Office of Shane T. Herbert at 407-887-7058<\/strong> to get trusted legal advice from a seasoned Orlando marriage lawyer. Our Florida family law office is conveniently located in the Metro West area, within the Offices of Veranda Park, which offers free parking. And for your added convenience, office visits are not required for initial consultations! You can choose to have your first appointment over the phone or even video conference, if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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