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No Case Is More Important Than Yours

Make Yourself And Your Children The Priority In Your Divorce

Getting divorced is never easy, but there are things you can do to make the process as dignified and positive as possible.

One of the most important things you can do to help yourself and your children is to retain a divorce attorney who understands what you are going through and will make it their personal mission to provide you with a comfortable result.

At Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law, no case is more important than yours. Our family law attorney, Camille E. Sheppard, will personally handle every aspect of your divorce. She will work closely with you to identify what matters most to you and do everything possible to make sure you get what you need out of your divorce settlement.

Innovative Property Division Solutions

Florida divorce law requires you to divide your marital property equitably – that is, fairly – with your ex.

Marital property is almost everything you and your spouse acquired during your marriage or assets you brought into the marriage that became co-mingled with your spouse’s. When your marriage is being dissolved, you must find a fair way to split valuable assets, such as:

  • The family home
  • Vacation homes and real estate investments
  • Ownership shares in a business
  • Bank and retirement accounts
  • Family heirlooms, pets and other chattels

Instead of cookie-cutter property settlements, we offer custom ideas to help you maintain financial stability and keep things like a family business intact. Because of this, we are usually able to reach an acceptable settlement out of court. And if your spouse cannot negotiate in good faith, we are always prepared to bring your case before a Family Court judge.

Child Custody And Visitation Representation

When our client is a parent, determining the children’s new living arrangements is perhaps the biggest thing on their mind. We will make sure your child custody order will reflect your children’s needs – their education, their family relationships, their health and safety, and their emotional needs. You will continue to be a parent to your children.

How Long Does The Divorce Process Take In Florida?

Most uncontested Florida divorces take 4-6 weeks to finalize after filing. Contested divorces involving property disputes or child custody disagreements can take 6 months to over a year. Our experienced family law team works efficiently to resolve your case as promptly as possible while protecting your interests.

Is Florida A No-Fault Divorce State?

Yes, Florida is a no-fault divorce state. You only need to state that your marriage is “irretrievably broken” to file. This eliminates the need to prove wrongdoing, though issues like infidelity may still impact alimony or property division in certain circumstances.

How Is Child Support Determined In Florida Divorces?

Child support calculations follow specific guidelines under Florida law. The state takes into account:

Another crucial part of determining child support obligations is establishing legal paternity. A lawyer who understands family law can guide you through this.

Put The Right Divorce Lawyer In Your Corner

Learn more about Sheppard, White, Kachergus, & DeMaggio, P.A. Attorneys & Counselors at Law, by scheduling a confidential consultation with our divorce attorney. Call 904-701-0589 during office hours or 904-233-2443 at nights or weekends, or send us an email if you prefer.