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The lawyers were attentive and very professional at all times, especially Mais. They helped us with the divorce and custody process, explaining each step clearly and relieving our stress at such a delicate time for both me and my children. ... Read More
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The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm represented me in both divorce and child support proceedings. Never once did I doubt I was in the best possible hands. Phone calls were returned without delay, very knowledgeable and give you the upmost feeling of trustworthiness . I'd recommend this Firm for ... Read More
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Best lawyers I've met, they were able to settle a fair divorce for both parts. Thanks for helping out in this situation, you were the best ones for the job. Hopefully we're able to continue working together 'cause definetly you are the best. ... Read More
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Navigating the storm of divorce is never easy, but with this law firm, it became a manageable journey. Their legal acumen, combined with empathy, ensures clients receive the support they need during a challenging time ... Read More
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This law firm was amazing! They helped me with a family law case and they did a wonderful job. Very attentive, professional and kind. I was going through a very hard time in my life with my divorce after being married for 27 years, but they were so kind, understanding, ... Read More
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Great attorneys. i had a family issue that i had questions about and i called over and spoke to jose who answered everything regarding my case. Scarleth scheduled the appointment the same day. i really like them and recommend their team for any family issue ... Read More
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Samah is the best in states, she got to the point where she explains all the details after she listens to your issue. And she answered all of my questions, and she was very detailed. I highly recommend her to be in your side all the time especially on the ... Read More
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It was a pleasure working with Samah! Not only is she an excellent attorney, but it is evident that she is extremely passionate about the work she and her firm do. My parents contacted her about a legal matter, and she made sure to answer all of their questions and ... Read More
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The Mirimar location one of the best Family law offices I have been to. They care about me receiving my rights for my kids and helping me establish a plan so I was able to move to another state and be happy. I appreciate them truly l. ... Read More
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I had the pleasure of speaking with Samah from The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm regarding a family situation. Her expertise, professionalism, and compassionate guidance were exceptional, and I would highly recommend their services. ... Read More
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I worked with Samah and her team, to anyone who needs a probate or family law attorney this is it. Lawyers returning my calls & emails promptly is important to me. They’re very organized; I had a consult with Samah and she listened to what I wanted including giving her ... Read More
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Samah and her team are wonderful. They care so much for clients and follow up to make sure you are okay. My husband and I went to discuss our planning and to make sure our child would be taken care of in case of emergency. She walked us through everything. ... Read More
Linda Andreatta
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Thank you, Samah and team for the great job done. I really needed the help because I was in a tough situation in life and they delivered. I don’t know what I would have done without them. Best family attorneys in Florida! ... Read More
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Very helpful with her advice. It’s definitely worth paying for their consultation. They helped me with a family matter. They do not waste time and get down to it. I was feeling very nervous and lost before calling in and now I have direction and know what to do, I ... Read More
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Sam and her team are excellent, highly responsive, and very skilled. I highly recommend them for any family law or probate legal issues. They will walk you through the process and take the stress off your plate. I regularly refer Sam and her firm cases and my referrals are always ... Read More
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My experience with Valeska Casanova-Chacon in family court was excellent. Her skill, professionalism, and genuine concern for my family was wonderful. She handled all legal concerns with ease and protected our interests. Her commitment and help offered me (as a mother) peace of mind throughout the process. Valeska will fight ... Read More
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Extremely professional and dedicated to her clients. Dealing with Samah has been a great pleasure. She responds promptly to inquiries and takes the time to explain the process so that we are aware of upcoming events. With her guidance all my questions were answered and I knew exactly what needed ... Read More
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I called to get a consultation with an attorney for a family law case. The intake process to get you scheduled is very easy and the person was very helpful and patient with all my questions. The consultation was very helpful, the attorney went through my case with me and ... Read More
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I highly recommend Samah and her team to anyone who needs a probate or family law attorney. My experience with them was wonderful from start to finish; they were always great at returning my calls, responding to my emails. They’re very organized; I had a consult with Samah where she ... Read More
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Extremely professional and dedicated to her clients. Dealing with Samah has been a great pleasure. She responds promptly to inquiries and takes the time to explain the process so that we are aware of upcoming events. With her guidance all my questions were answered and I knew exactly what needed ... Read More
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The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm is dedicated to helping families transition through some of the most difficult life events. The attorneys are skilled at helping develop a strategy that allows their clients to protect what matters most - peace of mind, relationships, hard earned assets. ... Read More
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The best law firm ever! Samah is such an incredible attorney. She was there every step of the way to help me with my legal issues. If you’re ever in need of legal assistance, this is the place to go to. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!! ... Read More
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This law firm is the best in town! Very professional and quite helpful. They're always available, responsive, and on top of every single step. Samah deals with every case diligently and efficiently. Highly recommend this firm. Seriously, no need to look around, they're the best! ... Read More
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I had a fantastic experience with this firm. The team of attorneys was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and attentive to my legal needs. From the initial consultation with attorney Jose to the resolution of my case, they provided excellent guidance and support. ... Read More
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We have trusted Florida Probate & Family law with several referrals on complex Trust litigation, Probate and Family law matters and they have always handed each client with excellence, professionalism and respect. We highly recommend their services ... Read More
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I had the privilege of working with recently Samah, and I cannot speak highly enough of her exceptional service and expertise. From start to finish my experience with her team was truly outstanding. ... Read More
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Attorney Valeska Casanova- Chacon is an extraordinary human being and professional. She worked on my case from day one, willing to do what was best for me and my family. She is respectful, answered quick to all my questions and advised me with the best solutions for my case. I ... Read More
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I recently had the pleasure of working with The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm, and I wanted to share my positive experience. From the moment I contacted them, I was greeted with kindness and professionalism. The whole team was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to understand my specific ... Read More
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Highly recommended!! Samah, Jose, and the entire team is fantastic. I have worked with the firm in representing my most valued clients and they have been responsive, effective, and produced great results. Thank you helping my clients feel at ease and making the planning process a breeze! ... Read More
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The office was exceptional in every way. From calling and getting basic information on procedures , to sending forms in, to actually having the appointment , each step was clearly explained to me and so professional ! Everyone in the office was very kind and so helpful to meeting the ... Read More
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Attorney Krizia Toledo and the entire team were very professional. They took care of my case and gave me clear guidance. It is not the cheapest option but you are in good hands. ... Read More
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I’ve never had to deal with legal issues and Sam was excellent. Her office is well organized, responsive, and cares. Her paralegal and associates follow up and make sure that you understand how to fill out the initial docs and answer any questions you may have. I spoke to Sam ... Read More
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Sam and her team are great. We had a family emergency and they were able to help us after hours and the weekend to ensure everything was taken care of. Another firm would not have accommodated it but we were lucky to find a team that really cared and took ... Read More
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Super talented, professional, they know their job. Would never go to anyone only to the Florida Probate & Family Law firm exelent job Thank you so much ... Read More
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Sam and her staff are amazing. They are truly transparent throughout the entire process and make you feel valued at all times, from the beginning to the end. I would highly recommend Sam to anyone looking for professionalism and being assisted like family and not like another number in your ... Read More
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From the beginning I felt welcomed. The intake team scheduled my call and listened carefully. Great staff, very communicative. They always take my phone calls and respond to my emails the same day. If you’re looking for an attorney that cares and is dedicated to helping you, you’ve come to ... Read More
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Best firm in Miami! So helpful and honest. They really are on their A game! I was referred by my real estate agent and I couldn’t be happier with my decision to bring on Samah and her team. They listened carefully in every meeting we had and helped plan a ... Read More
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I wholeheartedly recommend This Law Firm to anyone seeking legal representation. Their commitment to excellence, integrity, and client satisfaction makes them a top-notch law firm that you can trust with your most critical legal matters. ... Read More
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I recently had the pleasure of speaking to Melissa, who was so kind and professional. She helped answer all my questions and direct me to the correct people. I am so happy with the work that is done at The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm in Coral Gables. ... Read More
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If you're searching for quality representation The Florida probates and family Law Firm would be the best choice. Samah would go above and beyond for her clients and is the rare attorney who takes the time to learn all the facts of your case. I couldn't be more grateful for ... Read More
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Called for an initial consultation and I spoke with a young lady called Scarleth and she was very attentive and very respectful. She listened to me vent. She was truly a great first impression of this firm. Everything else ran so smooth! ... Read More
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I have dealth a couple of times with this law firm and would recommend it highly. Unlike others in the field, they take the time to understand your needs in order to address them professionally and efficiently. ... Read More
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I had a case that started simple, and became a horrible nightmare. This firm and Ms. Shapiro guided me with a steady hand and compassionate counsel through dark times. I can’t thank them enough. Highly recommend them. ... Read More
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This firm handled my trust case efficiently. Their outstanding attention to detail were invaluable. I am very satisfied with the results obtained. ... Read More
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It was a pleasure working with this firm. Samah is an excellent attorney who is passionate about the work she does. Her fellow attorneys and staff were also extremely helpful through the whole process. The Florida Probate and Family Law Firm is an exceptional firm who truly cares about and ... Read More
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Samah was so friendly and extremely professional. She was able to precisely answer questions we had and point us in the right direction. I felt confident I was getting the same advice she would have given to a family member of hers. I’d highly recommend her for professional and legal ... Read More
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Let me start off by saying that I have nothing but AMAZING things to say about this law firm!! After firing my previous attorney (which was an absolute disaster), we decided to hire Florida Probate. Best decision ever! Krizia and Brenda listened to our needs, were knowledgeable and have executed ... Read More
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Had a consultation with Samah over the phone. She was so professional and extremely knowledgeable with the law. She guided me on what to do and how to proceed with my case. Her confidence and calmness won me over. She truly cares about her clients and is aggressive for positive ... Read More
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We had a great experience with Samah and her staff. She was very transparent in what the process was going to be and the possible outcome. We are glad everything worked out well in the time that was initially estimated. We consulted with other firms before and they were all ... Read More
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Samah and her team were great. They helped us through a difficult legal matter and my wife was extremely impressed with the entire intake team of Yasmin, Beatriz, and Danielle. The attorneys and paralegals are also wonderful and truly care. Look no further. ... Read More
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People going through a divorce might experience disappointment, pain, and a sense of loss. Trying to handle a complicated legal matter like dissolving a marriage while experiencing intense emotions can be challenging.

A Little Gables divorce lawyer can help you manage the process, which could also help your emotions and expectations. With the steady guidance of a capable family attorney, you can achieve your goals in divorce faster and with less complications.

Divorce Requires Resolving Multiple Issues

Trying to untangle the legal relationship between spouses can be a difficult process, especially if they have young children, complicated finances, or both. However, a Judge will not issue a divorce decree until specific matters are settled.

Ideally, the couple comes to an arrangement that works best for their family. If not, the court will schedule a divorce trial and a Judge will decide critical issues regarding:

  • Alimony;
  • Child custody and visitation;
  • Child support;
  • Property division.

A couple who agrees on these issues before filing for divorce could have an uncontested divorce. They submit their agreements to the court along with the divorce petition, and if the agreements meet legal requirements, the Judge will issue the decree.

When a couple does not agree, they have a contested divorce. It may take several months for the parties to exchange information about their finances and other related issues. During this time, a Little Gables attorney will negotiate with the other spouse’s attorney to reach a divorce settlement. The spouses might even attend mediation to resolve their differences. As soon as the couple reaches an agreement, they can submit their arrangements to the court and receive a decree. Most contested divorces eventually become uncontested, meaning the couple avoids a trial and develops their own agreements.

Property Division Issues in a Divorce

Divorcing couples must agree about what property belongs to each spouse separately and what property belongs to them as a couple. After sorting this out, they must decide how much marital property each spouse should receive in the divorce.

Separating Marital and Personal Property

Personal property refers to anything the spouse owned before marriage that they did not treat as marital property during the marriage. Inheritances and gifts that are given to one spouse alone are separate property as long as it is not commingled.

Marital property refers to anything either spouse bought or acquired with money they earned while married. It does not matter if only one spouse’s name is on the deed or title. If it was bought during the marriage, with income earned during the marriage, it is marital property.

Equitable Division of Marital Property

Florida requires couples to divide their marital property equitably. Equitable distribution means that property division must be fair under the circumstances, but each spouse is not necessarily entitled to one-half of the marital property.

It is important to consider the length of the marriage, how much each person contributed to it, the value of each spouse’s personal property, and their ability to maintain a lifestyle similar to what they enjoyed while married. If the couple has young children, a property division agreement should ensure the children’s lives are not disrupted and that they can be taken care of financially after a divorce.

Judges Focus on Children’s Best Interests

Judges expect parents to make appropriate parenting plans covering custody, visitation, and child support. If the parents cannot agree on a plan, a Judge will often send them to mediation before scheduling a trial. If mediation is unsuccessful, the Judge will decide these issues after hearing evidence at a divorce trial.

Whether parents form their own parenting plan or a Judge must decide, Florida Statute § 61.13 says that the children’s best interests is one of the most important factors. When reviewing the parents’ agreement and making a decision, Judge will consider the children’s:

  • Ages;
  • Relationships to both parents;
  • Ties to school and the community;
  • Preferences.

A Little Gables divorce attorney can ensure that all agreements involving a couple’s children is focused on supporting their best interests.

Work with a Little Gables Divorce Attorney by Calling Today

When you are going through a divorce, you need capable and dependable legal counsel. A Little Gables divorce lawyer can provide advice and support to help you meet your goals.

Do not wait to get an aggressive advocate on your side. Reach out to our team today to schedule a free consultation.

 

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