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RECHEL & ASSOCIATES, P.A.
No matter who makes the decision, ending a marriage is often one of the most agonizing times in a person’s life. You may then find yourself with more questions than answers. Questions like: Am I eligible for a Florida divorce? How does the Tampa court system process divorces? What are the filing requirements? What will happen to my children? You may want to seek the counsel of a licensed Florida divorce attorney familiar with Tampa court procedure.
Marriage Irretrievably Broken
A Florida divorce requires:
1) At least one spouse with six months of Florida residency; and
2) The marriage is “irretrievably broken.”
A marriage is irretrievably broken when both parties agree it cannot be salvaged. However, the process could be delayed for three months if one spouse does not want to dissolve the marriage. Then you may be ordered to attend counseling with a licensed therapist or member of the clergy, such as a minister or rabbi.
Simplified Dissolution of Marriage
In Florida divorce cases where both parties agree to end the marriage, amicably divide any jointly-held assets and there are no minor children, it is possible to have your marriage simply dissolved.
Child Custody
When there are minor children resulting from the marriage, child custody must be determined before you can get divorced. When spouses cannot come up with a custody agreement, the court does so on their behalf. This is done under a standard known as the “best interests of the child”. A Florida divorce attorney may be able to help you negotiate a parenting plan for your minor children that better suits your family’s needs.
Rechel & Associates Serves the Areas of:
Tampa
New Tampa
Lutz
Carrollwood
Wesley Chapel
Brandon
And Surrounding Areas
Call the veteran team of divorced professionals at Rechel & Associates today at (813) 931-8111 to discuss your pending divorce.
