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Family law matters such as Divorce, Paternity, Step-Parent Adoption, Name Change, Modifications, Domestication of Foreign Court Orders (Within the US or Internationally), Contempt matters, Relocation, representation in Child Support Enforcement. Also, Civil and Criminal Domestic Violence and Dependency.
Our office is located in Hialeah, Florida in the Bank of America building located on 900 West 49th Street, Suite 204.
You can schedule a “FREE” consultation by contacting us through our website’s Contact Us page, “OR” calling our office at 305-557-1750.
You can schedule a free consultation Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Walk-ins are welcome
For your consultation, you may bring any relevant documents related to your case, such as legal notices, court orders, or financial documents. While this helps us provide more tailored legal advice, it is not necessary for your initial consultation.
Contempt occurs when one party fails to comply with a court order, such as child support or timesharing. However, there are many other circumstances in which a contempt process may be applicable.
We can assist in filing a contempt proceeding on your behalf or defend you, if you are facing a contempt proceeding
If you are experiencing domestic violence, we can help you file for an injunction for protection and guide you through the legal process to ensure your safety and the safety of your family.
For over 40 years, the law firm has aggressively represented victims of domestic violence and those accused of domestic violence. Contact our law firm for a free consultation.
Based on Florida statute you cannot relocate with your child(ren) a minimum of 50 miles without the other parent’s written permission or a Court Order.
Relocation is defined by Florida statute as: “a change in the location of the principal residence of the parent or other person from his or her principal place of residence at the time of the last order establishing or modifying time-sharing, or at the time of filing the pending action to establish or modify time-sharing.” This change in location must be at least 50 miles from your principal place of residence and for a period of more than 60 consecutive days. We can assist you in filing for permission to move with your child(ren) or defend against the relocation of your child(ren).
Alimony is based on several factors, the length of the marriage, the standard of living during the marriage, and each spouse’s financial situation. We can help you understand how these factors may affect your case.
In the State of Florida child support is established by statute 61.30. Child support is calculated based on each parent’s net income, each parent’s health insurance premiums, and the number of overnights the parent’s child(ern) spend at each parent’s home. In addition, if you have a previous child support order for other child(ren) and are current with that child support, this will be taken into consideration when determining your child support for these children. It is important to note that a person’s personal expenses are not considered, however if you are self-employed your reasonable and necessary business expenses may be considered.
Health insurance and daycare, before and after school care are also part of the child support calculation.
When two unmarried people have a child(ren) and are no longer in a relationship. In this instance, we can help you establish a timesharing agreement with your child(ren) and establish your child support obligation.
Because the parents were never married, the family law court is unable to divide any assets, liabilities, or award alimony.