Monthly Archives: July 2024

I Want to Negotiate a Child Custody Modification With My Co-Parent—How Should I Get Started?

By Gale H. Moore | Posted on July 29, 2024

Are you interested in modifying an existing child custody/child visitation arrangement. You may have questions about how to get started with the process. The short answer is that it is always best to start to reach a voluntary agreement with your co-parent. At the Law Office of Gale H. Moore P.A., we have extensive… Read More »

How is Credit Card Debt Divided in a Divorce in Florida?

By Gale H. Moore | Posted on July 25, 2024

Many people have significant credit card debt. According to the most recent data cited by CNBC (March 2024), the average American adult has just over $6,000 of credit card debt. For those aged 35 to 64—the most common range for divorce—average credit card debt is in excess of $9,000. Of course, it is also… Read More »

Florida Divorce Frequently
Asked Questions

The Law Offices of Gale H. Moore is committed to providing exceptional divorce representation to clients in the Clearwater-St. Pete area. Here, we answer some questions people often ask at the onset of the divorce process.

How long does the divorce process take?
Florida law only requires a judge to wait 20 days from the time a divorce petition is filed to grant a divorce, and even this waiting period may be waived. This means that the length of time it takes to get divorced in Florida depends largely on whether your divorce is contested or uncontested ...
How much does divorce cost?
Attorney’s fees can vary widely, ranging anywhere from several hundred to thousands of dollars depending on the extent of negotiations and whether you go to trial. However, avoiding trial does not necessarily mean less attorney’s fees. You may spend more on attorneys’ fees in an uncontested case if you spend months arguing over the terms of an ...
Do I have to hire an attorney to obtain a divorce?
While legal representation is not required to obtain a divorce, hiring an attorney can greatly facilitate the process and ensure your rights and interests are protected. The laws in Florida concerning custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, division of marital assets and debts, and other critical issues are ...
How can I learn more?
If you are considering divorce and you live in the Clearwater-St. Petersburg area, contact the Law Offices of Gale H. Moore to schedule a consultation. We will explain your legal options, so you can make the best decisions for yourself and your family.

Monthly Archives: July 2024

I Want to Negotiate a Child Custody Modification With My Co-Parent—How Should I Get Started?

How is Credit Card Debt Divided in a Divorce in Florida?

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