Miami Family Law Articles
Articles from our attorneys on family law topics.
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in Florida
The difference between a contested and uncontested divorce in Florida comes down to whether the spouses agree. Learn how each path works and what to expect.
Read Article →Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement in Florida?
A prenuptial agreement can set expectations about property and support before marriage. Learn what a Florida prenup can cover and when one may make sense.
Read Article →Florida Divorce Residency Requirements
To file for divorce in Florida, at least one spouse must have lived in the state for six months. Here is how the residency requirement works and how to prove it.
Read Article →What Is Equitable Distribution in Florida? Marital vs. Non-Marital Property
Florida divides marital property through equitable distribution, starting from an equal split. Learn the difference between marital and non-marital property.
Read Article →How Is Child Support Calculated in Florida?
Florida sets child support with a statewide guideline formula based on both parents' incomes, the number of children, and the time-sharing schedule.
Read Article →Family Law Mediation in Miami-Dade
Mediation helps Miami-Dade families resolve divorce and parenting disputes out of court. Learn how it works, when courts require it, and how to prepare.
Read Article →Equal Time-Sharing in Florida: The 2023 50/50 Presumption Explained
Florida law now starts from a presumption that equal 50/50 time-sharing is in a child's best interest. Learn what the 2023 change means for parents in Miami.
Read Article →What to Expect at the Miami-Dade Family Courthouse
A plain-language overview of how family cases move through the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade, from filing through hearings, and how to prepare.
Read Article →Florida's 2023 Alimony Reform: What Changed
Florida's 2023 alimony law ended permanent alimony for new cases and set limits on durational alimony. Here is what changed and what forms of support remain.
Read Article →Filing for Divorce in Miami-Dade County: Where and How
Divorce cases in Miami-Dade are generally handled through the Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court, with petitions filed through the Miami-Dade Clerk of the Courts.
Read Article →How Long Does a Divorce Take in Florida?
How long a Florida divorce takes depends on whether it is contested or uncontested. Learn what drives the timeline and the residency rule for filing in Miami-Dade.
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