Florida Alimony Attorney
Spousal support (called alimony in other states) and child support statutes have recently changed. It is important to discuss your situation with a qualified, experienced Sarasota spousal support and child support attorney to protect your rights. Without proper representation, you may face undue obligations or possibly receive less than you are entitled to under the law.
Don't roll the dice and hope for the best. Contact my law firm today at 941-328-8428 or toll free at 888-686-8443 for a free consultation.
At Avila Family Law Office, I provide in-depth spousal support and child support representation. I have extensive experience evaluating complicated spousal support factors, as well as reviewing child support matters. I have devoted my 15-year legal career to helping clients pursue and obtain resolutions to divorce issues. I tailor my representation to my clients' unique needs.
Spousal Support Issues
Florida's spousal support guidelines recently changed. The court reviews several factors when deciding support, including each party's:
- Responsibilities in the marriage
- Income
- Ability to earn income
- Standard of living
There are three types of alimony. Based on your situation you may receive support or pay support under these guidelines:
- Bridge-the-gap alimony: This is support for two years or less. The amount can be modified, but the duration cannot.
- Durational alimony: Economic assistance to a party for set period of time for a moderate-term marriage (a marriage lasting seven to 17 years).
- Permanent alimony: This is support for a person's lifetime. It can be modified upon showing substantial change in circumstances, upon the remarriage of the spouse receiving support or upon the spouse receiving support living in a financially dependent relationship.
Child Support Issues
Child support guidelines are based on a formula established by the state. Support is based on both parents':
- Net income
- Time spent with the children
Support is paid on a monthly basis, based on the needs of the child and that of a family. If you are obligated to pay support, your payment may be used to cover insurance, clothing, food and other expenses. Support is payable until a child reaches age 18; unless the child is in high school, has physical or mental handicaps, or is found dependent.
Child support modification is available under specific conditions. You must prove that you or the other parent has suffered a substantial change in circumstances. With 15 years of experience, I understand post-judgment modifications. I will evaluate your situation from every angle to determine the best course of action.
Free Consultations
Please contact my law firm today at 941-328-8428 or toll free at 888-686-8443 for a free lawyer consultation. I provide bilingual representation for Spanish-speaking clients.
