Family law is a misnomer. People who come to me concerning a family law matter are coming to me because their family is actually falling apart. They come to me when their lives are falling apart. Their marriage has ended and there is a great deal of pain and frustration for all involved. These human elements come into play in each and every divorce case. Once we’ve learned about the circumstances of an individual divorce case, we apply the law as trained lawyers and in the best interests of the client. In every instance, divorce is tough and complex even though the applicable laws are quite clear. Divorce is tough and complex because family life is changed forever and multiple people including children are affected. A good divorce lawyer takes into account the human elements and the tragic situations and then applies the applicable laws.
Florida laws that govern divorce, child custody, alimony, and child support are always changing. If you are going through a divorce, you will need an experienced Florida divorce lawyer who knows the intricacies of the law. Here are some of the issues that may affect a Clearwater divorce case: