MILLER LEGACY LAW

Family law encompasses legal issues related to familial relationships, including marriage, divorce, child custody, alimony, and adoption. It aims to address and resolve matters that affect family dynamics.

The length of a divorce case can vary depending on the specifics of the case, such as the complexity of the issues involved and the level of conflict between the parties. In general, a divorce case can take anywhere from a few months to over a year to be resolved.

While it’s possible to file for an uncontested divorce without an attorney, having legal representation ensures that all documents are correctly prepared and your rights are protected. An attorney can help navigate any complexities that arise.

Florida no longer uses the term “custody” and no longer designates a “primary parent” in family law cases. The state’s focus is on promoting shared parental responsibility and co-parenting whenever it is in the child’s best interest. The terms “primary custody” or “primary residential parent” have been replaced with a time-sharing model and detailed parenting plans. 

Please see our “References” tab for more information about time-sharing. 

In Florida, child support is calculated using the Florida Child Support Guidelines, which provide a standardized formula based on the Income Shares Model. This model estimates the financial contribution each parent would have made if the household had remained intact.

Please see our “References” tab for more information about child support. 

Alimony, or spousal support, is financial assistance paid to a former spouse after a divorce. Factors influencing alimony include the length of the marriage, each spouse’s financial resources, and the standard of living established during the marriage. Recent reforms in Florida have eliminated permanent alimony, focusing on durational or rehabilitative support.

Please see our “References” tab for more information about spousal support in Florida.

Florida follows equitable distribution, meaning assets and debts acquired during the marriage are divided fairly, though not necessarily equally. The court considers factors like the duration of the marriage, each spouse’s economic circumstances, and contributions to the marriage.

Yes, a settlement agreement or parenting plan can be modified in Florida, but only under certain circumstances. Florida law requires that you demonstrate a substantial, material, and unforeseen change in circumstances since the original agreement was established.

Please see our “References” tab for more information about modifications.