Divorce Attorneys Who Have Your Back
At The Day Law Office in Spring Hill, Florida, we understand that divorce may be one of the most difficult times in your life. We are here to listen to your concerns and help you through your divorce with the least amount of anguish.
We also understand that every divorce is unique. Your divorce might involve high net worth, or it could be uncontested and amicable. That is why we tailor our services to your unique situation, whether you simply need assistance preparing the forms or you require full legal representation throughout every step of the divorce process.
Experienced Divorce Lawyers
Communication issues are one of the leading causes of divorce. Unfortunately, those same issues often lead to highly contentious divorces. Our skilled divorce attorneys are ready to help you through the challenges of resolving key issues such as:
Our goal is to help you look to the future and reach a resolution that protects your rights, your children’s best interests and your pocketbook.
Questions about getting a divorce in Florida? Read our Florida divorce frequently asked questions page, or contact us for answers specific to your situation.
Your Full-Service Florida Family Law Firm
Since 2000, we have been helping families throughout Hernando County and Florida’s Nature Coast with resolving complex, emotional matters relating to family law and divorce. Our full range of Florida family law services include:
- High net worth divorce
- Divorce and bankruptcy
- Alimony and spousal support
- Custody and parenting plans
- Child support
- Modifications
- Paternity
- Property distribution
- Stepparent adoptions
- Temporary restraining orders
The Florida Divorce Process
Divorce is not an easy matter. The dissolution of a marriage can take a lot of time and energy. With the help of one of our divorce lawyers at The Day Law Office, we can guide you through the process. There are several steps you will have to take to get a divorce in Florida.
Filing a petition stating the marriage is “irretrievably broken” is the very first step that you will need to take to begin the divorce process. You, the petitioner, will need to file a petition for dissolution with additional documents, including financial affidavits, distribution proposals and child custody plans (when children are involved). These documents must be filed in the county where you last lived or where you currently live. Our job will be to help you gather these documents and ensure the petition is filed correctly.
Your spouse will have twenty days to file a counter-petition or answer. If there is a counter-petition, it will specify any disputes or additional matters that have to be addressed. At that point, you may ask for temporary orders regarding child custody and support, as well as possession of the family home, use of a specific vehicle and more.
Around this time, our divorce attorneys will begin the discovery process. This step is crucial to ascertain any information that could change the outcome of a divorce. This information can include:
- Hidden assets
- Debt statements
- Bank statements
- Proof of income
- Tax returns
- Life insurance policies
- Health insurance policies
A financial affidavit – that was filed 45 days after the petition was served – and statements from each spouse made under oath can help uncover certain financial details that are crucial to the divorce.
If there are any complications during the process, divorce mediation may be required by law to negotiate the terms of the dissolution. This process can resolve disputes, arrange a parenting plan, discuss asset division and resolve any other areas of conflict or disagreement. If any issues are still unresolved, a judge may make a final decision during a trial.
Once all of this is done, the divorce can be finalized. At The Day Law Office, we understand how difficult this process can seem. Our experienced divorce attorneys can be by your side every step of the way to help you obtain a satisfying end result.
Contact Us To Learn More
With five decades of combined experience, David Day and Sandra Day of The Day Law Office are here to help you make the fresh start you deserve. There is no divorce issue too large or small for us to help you resolve.
Call our offices in Spring Hill, Florida, at 352-200-2382, or contact us by email to arrange a consultation with one of our attorneys.