
What is No Fault Divorce?
TL;DR: Florida is a pure no-fault divorce state — the only ground for divorce is that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” under F.S. § 61.052.
When You Can’t Afford the Court-Ordered Child Support…
How Does Child Support Work in Florida?
How to File an Emergency Motion in Family Court in Jacksonville
Planning a Divorce in Florida When You Have Special Needs Children

TL;DR: Florida is a pure no-fault divorce state — the only ground for divorce is that the marriage is “irretrievably broken” under F.S. § 61.052.

Child Custody Orders Child custody orders play a key role in ensuring the well-being and stability of a child who is caught in the midst

TL;DR: Adoption costs in Florida range from $0 for foster care adoption to $60,000-$65,000 for private newborn adoption in 2026. The federal adoption tax credit

2023 Update: Florida eliminated permanent alimony effective July 1, 2023 (SB 1416). High net-worth divorces are now governed by durational alimony caps and a 35%

What is a Protection Order? Protection orders, commonly known as restraining orders, are legal documents that aim to safeguard individuals, particularly victims of domestic violence, from

TL;DR: Joint custody (50/50 time-sharing) does NOT automatically mean zero child support in Florida. Under the Income Shares Model (F.S. § 61.30), child support is

The question of custody after a mother’s passing can be a complex issue. Below we identify who may get custody in this very unfortunate circumstance.

TL;DR: Child custody court in Florida typically takes 3-12 months for contested cases and 30-90 days for uncontested agreements. The Fourth Judicial Circuit in Jacksonville

Child Support Payments and Visitation Rights Child support payments and visitation rights are two critical components of family law that often come into play following

If you and your future former spouse both want to keep your dog after the divorce, continue reading to find the answers you need. 2023