Florida is an ‘equitable distribution’ jurisdiction (Florida Statutes 61.075). Under state law, a divorcing couple’s marital assets will be split up in a fair manner. This does not mean that there will always be a fifty-fifty division of property. Instead, Florida courts will take a comprehensive view of a couple’s individual circumstances in order… Read More »
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.
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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.
