Divorce
Florida calls divorce a dissolution of marriage. A case may involve financial questions, parenting arrangements, support, or other issues depending on the family. Learn more about divorce representation.
Family law guidance
Family Law Attorney
Family-law matters can affect your children, finances, daily routine, and future. Brevard Consumer Law Center helps clients understand the legal process, organize the issues that matter, and make informed decisions based on their circumstances.
Family-law office consultations are $200 for up to one hour.
Child Custody and Visitation
Florida courts generally use the terms parental responsibility, parenting plan, and time-sharing. Learn how those concepts address decisions for children and the schedule they follow on the child custody and visitation page.
Child Support
Child support depends on Florida law and case-specific financial and parenting information. Read the firm's general guidance about Florida child support.
Additional Family-Law Services
The firm also accepts matters involving alimony, paternity, mediation, domestic-violence injunctions, adoption, and family-law appeals. The issues and procedures vary, so an initial review focuses on the facts, existing orders, and any approaching deadlines.
Preparing for an Initial Discussion
The documents needed vary by matter, but it may help to gather:
- Existing court orders and filed pleadings
- Relevant financial records
- A written timeline of important events
- Notices showing upcoming hearings or deadlines
Do not delay contacting an attorney merely because every document is not yet available.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
What documents should I gather before discussing a family-law matter?
Existing court orders, filed pleadings, relevant financial records, deadline notices, and a short written timeline can provide a useful starting point. The documents needed will depend on the matter.
What does a family-law consultation cost?
A family-law office consultation costs $200 and lasts up to one hour.