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When the unfortunate time came along that saw the end of my marriage, I knew there would be a battle over the custody of our child.  Unfortunately it seems that these days courts tend to be a bit skewed against fathers, hence the need for help from an attorney.  I truly do wish that we could come to a quick and easy agreement regarding fair joint custody child support so that we could limit our time in the courts.  Not to mention that it would be best for our son, so that he didn’t end up getting caught up in all of our mess.

Before filing for a divorce in the state of Florida, it is useful for you to be aware of at least the basics of the Florida divorce laws. For example, if either you or your spouse have not been resident in the state for at least six months, your petition for divorce will fall at the first hurdle. According to Florida divorce laws there are two main grounds for filing for divorce. Either the marriage is irretrievably broken, or there is proof of mental incapacity for one of the parties. However, like with other states, divorce laws in Florida are subject to change so if you are thinking about filing for divorce you should ascertain that you first have accurate, up to date information before embarking on the process. Once you have filed for divorce there are strict timelines and filing procedures that have to be met in order for the divorce process to continue.

Finding the right attorney for anything is challenging, but when you are dealing with the stress of a failed relationship, finding the right divorce attorney is crucial. The attorney needs to specialize in the areas that will fit your situation. If there are children, you need someone with experience and knowledge about how to best care for your children's needs. If there is property OR debt to separate, it will need to be done in ways that take into account the long term implications and tax responsiblities. Trust funds, family owned businesses, retirement accounts, all of these take expertise to deal with quickly and fairly. Additionally, it helps to have someone that is supportive as your go through an unfamiliar process doing something you never thought you would have to do. When you need to find the right attorney, make sure you have a list of the things you will need them to handle. It will make it easier to find the right one for your circumstances.