Largo Uncontested Divorce Lawyer
Divorce doesn’t have to be fraught with tension. Couples can choose to divorce amicably and sign a settlement agreement. However, even spouses who divorce on friendly terms should hire a lawyer. At Reep Coleman & Stubbendorff, we can discuss what you want out of the divorce and negotiate with your spouse’s lawyer to come to an amicable agreement. Call to speak with our Largo uncontested divorce lawyer.
Can You Seek an Uncontested Divorce?
Clients often save time and money when they file an uncontested divorce. You can obtain an uncontested divorce if you reach agreement on:
- Child custody: Who will have primary custody, or will custody be split? Also, which parent will the child live with during the week?
- Child support: How much should the non-custodial parent pay to the other parent each month?
- Spousal support or alimony: Will one spouse financially support the other after divorce? Alimony is usually a monthly payment.
- Division of marital property and debts: Whatever assets you acquired while married must be divided. You should also divide joint debts.
If you disagree on any of these issues, then your divorce is “contested.” Squabbling couples will probably end up in court and have a judge decide any contested issue.
How We Help
Our lawyers can help anyone seeking divorce:
- Spouses can leave with their separate property, so we analyze what assets might be considered marital and which are separate. It isn’t always obvious.
- We might negotiate with your spouse’s lawyer to find common ground on the above issues, like child custody or alimony.
- Some couples end up in mediation to help them find common ground and ultimately break through and have an uncontested divorce.
- You should submit a settlement agreement to the judge to incorporate into a court order. We can draft and negotiate this agreement, which is legally binding.
We can also file paperwork for clients who have handled negotiations on their own. We will ensure everything is completed and file your forms in the correct court. Filing in the wrong county will only delay an uncontested divorce.
Some hurdles for couples hoping to have an uncontested divorce include:
- Satisfying the residency requirement so a Florida court can divorce you. People can’t fly into Florida and get divorced in a day.
- Protecting your rights, especially to child custody. When parents live far apart, custody is often a source of disagreement.
- Not giving up on alimony. You might need financial help after divorce, and you shouldn’t automatically sign away your rights.
An uncontested divorce is not for everyone. Sometimes couples cannot agree on one or more issues. For example, you should proceed carefully if you have a small business and your spouse is requesting some portion of the equity.
Call Our Largo Uncontested Divorce Lawyers
A Largo uncontested divorce lawyer can review whether an uncontested divorce is right for you. If hired, we can ensure you have all the necessary documents filled out correctly and appear in court with you, if that is necessary.
