Florida Divorce Overview
Florida is a no-fault state—you only need to allege irreconcilable differences, plus at least six months of Florida residency before filing in Miami-Dade. RAM Law & Title, PLLC guides you through the petition, financial disclosures, mediation, and, if needed, trial. We explain timelines, local court expectations, and how decisions on parenting, support, and property are made so you can plan your next steps with confidence from Coral Gables to Coconut Grove. When questions touch other family issues, we connect your case to broader family law strategy that protects long-term goals.
Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce
Some couples reach agreement on all terms and finalize quickly; others need negotiations or hearings to resolve disputes. Our team pursues fair settlements efficiently and is fully prepared to litigate when necessary—bringing courtroom experience that keeps your case moving and your priorities front and center.
Key Issues In A Florida Divorce
We handle equitable distribution (dividing marital assets and debts fairly), support questions, and parenting arrangements. Property division can include homes near Miracle Mile, retirement accounts, and business interests; we identify marital vs. non-marital components and advocate for a fair outcome. For support, Florida recognizes bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational alimony; we present evidence on need and ability to pay. If children are involved, we coordinate parenting plans and time-sharing while aligning child-related expenses and guidelines. For deeper help, explore focused guidance on
child custody and the specifics of
child support in Florida.
High-Asset And Complex Divorce
Business ownership, multiple properties, or commingled premarital assets require careful tracing and valuation. We leverage our contract and real estate experience to address operating agreements, buy-sell provisions, and property transfers, coordinating with experts when needed and litigating contested issues in Miami-Dade courts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Divorce
How do I file for divorce in Florida?
Florida is a no-fault state—you only need to allege the marriage is irretrievably broken and meet the 6-month residency requirement. A Coral Gables divorce lawyer prepares the petition, financial disclosures, and temporary relief motions to protect your rights from day one.
What’s the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
In an uncontested case, both spouses agree on property, alimony, and parenting terms and move faster with lower cost. Contested cases require negotiation, mediation, and sometimes trial. An experienced divorce attorney Miami builds leverage to reach fair settlements or litigate when necessary.
How is property divided in Florida divorces?
Florida uses equitable distribution—assets and debts acquired during marriage are divided fairly, not always 50/50. Your Coral Gables divorce attorney identifies marital vs. non-marital property, values businesses/real estate, and fights for a distribution that reflects your contributions and needs.
Will I get (or pay) alimony?
Possibility depends on length of marriage, standard of living, each spouse’s income/earning capacity, and need vs. ability to pay. A divorce lawyer in Coral Gables presents evidence for or against alimony types (bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, durational) to reach a workable outcome.
Do I need a parenting plan if we agree on time-sharing?
Yes. Florida requires a detailed parenting plan addressing overnights, holidays, travel, communications, and decision-making. We coordinate with our child custody attorney Miami team to file a plan that serves your child’s best interests and complies with local court standards.
Your Advocate From Filing To Final Judgment
Divorce is difficult—our job is to add clarity, not stress. You’ll work directly with an attorney who communicates plainly, prepares thoroughly, and is ready to negotiate or try your case. If a premarital agreement is part of your matter, we review enforceability and terms, or advise on new prenuptial agreements for future planning.