Tampa Divorce Law Help

The divorce rate in the United States has gone down since its peak in the early 1980s—nationwide, just 10.7 percent of people 16 and older are now divorced. That said, the state of Florida consistently has one of the highest divorce rates in the country. The number of divorces per year in Florida is over 65,000. The high divorce rates in Florida have greatly impacted local divorce laws and improved divorce justice. Florida now has some of the most progressive divorce laws in the country.

If you are considering divorce in Tampa it is wise to speak with an experienced attorney about your situation and to take a moment to familiarize yourself with local divorce laws. The Davis Law Group, P.A. offers divorce and family law help to clients throughout Tampa and across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. Our attorneys offer the legal insight and assistance needed to ensure you are sufficiently represented throughout this difficult time.

Divorce laws in Tampa

There are several ways to proceed with the dissolution of marriage in Florida, including simplified, uncontested, default, and contested divorce. Some methods are more complicated than others but all require adherence to a set of statewide divorce laws.
Residency requirement
Florida State requires that one or both spouses are residents of the state for at least six months before filing a petition for dissolution of marriage. The case must be filed in the country where one or both spouses live.
Grounds for filing
Divorce is not based on the fault of either party in Florida. There are only two grounds for dissolution of marriage: (a) the marriage is irretrievably broken or (b) one of the parties is mentally incompetent and is deemed incapacitated for a period of at least three years. In terms of property division, Florida is an equitable distribution state. This means that when spouses are unable to reach an agreement about the division of property the court distributes assets in a manner that it deems fair or equitable. Likewise, the court will determine what is best for the child if spouses are unable to agree on child custody or support issues.

The intricacies of Florida divorce law are complex and can feel overwhelming. If you are considering divorce consult with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney to understand your options. At The Davis Law Group, P.A. we know family law transitions are stressful. Our approach minimizes stress and helps you and your loved ones begin a new lifestyle.

Contact our Tampa divorce law firm

The Davis Law Group, P.A. offers divorce and family law help to clients throughout Tampa and across Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco counties. Make an appointment to visit our office or call 813-251-6200 for assistance from our law firm. Contact us today.