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What Are Grounds for Divorce in Florida?

If you are looking to untie the knot in Florida, you do not really have a lot of explaining to do since Florida is a no-fault divorce state, or as Florida law describes divorce dissolution of marriage. The process of divorce in Florida begins with one spouse filing a petition seeking dissolution of marriage. Divorce is a confusing and frustrating experience. Contact a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney Gustavo E. Frances at The Law Office Of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A. right away if you are seeking a divorce or have been served a petition for marriage dissolution.

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What Are Grounds for Divorce in Florida?

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  1. If you’re looking to untie the knot in Florida, you don’t really have a lot of explaining to do (to the courts, anyway), since Florida is a no-fault divorce state, or as Florida law describes divorce—the dissolution of marriage. In the Florida courts, would-be divorcees need only cite one of two reasons for a divorce: The marriage is irretrievably broken One of the parties has become mentally incapacitated. ❖ ❖ An additional requirement for a divorce to be granted in Florida is for at least one of the parties to be a resident of the state for a minimum of six months prior to filing for divorce. Legal separation is an option for those couples who do not meet the residency requirement.

  2. The process of divorce in Florida begins with one spouse filing a petition seeking dissolution of marriage. If the two spouses have come to an agreement on specific divorce issues, such as the separation of assets and property, custody of minor children, and child and/or spousal support, then they may submit the details of such agreements in writing to the judge.

  3. One of the hardest things to do for many divorcing parents is determining who will have custody of the minor children produced by the marriage. In general, the court looks at the child’s best interest and calculates child support based on the income of both the mother and the father. The custodial parent generally collects child support from the non-custodial parent

  4. When a divorce goes to trial, it’s a good idea to have a competent attorney by your side to ensure your interests are protected. A big sticking point is often the division of property. In Florida, courts divide property in what they believe is fair to both parties, which is known as equitable distribution. The need to provide a home for dependent children, and the desire to keep a business intact are additional considerations.

  5. Divorce is a confusing and frustrating experience. Contact a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney Gustavo E. Frances at The Law Office Of Gustavo E. Frances, P.A. right away if you are seeking a divorce or have been served a petition for marriage dissolution.

  6. https://www.lauderdal edefense.com/Contact. shtml 200 SE 6th St, #402 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 954-533-2756

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