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Family Law Florida – The DeVries Law Firm, P.A.
⚖️ THE DEVRIES LAW FIRM, P.A.

Family Law Florida – Compassionate Legal Support for Divorce, Custody, Support, and More

The DeVries Law Firm provides trusted guidance for family law matters in Florida, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, adoption, injunctions, and guardianship. Early legal support protects your rights and ensures the best outcomes.

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What is Family Law?

Family law in Florida covers legal matters affecting personal and domestic relationships. The state's family law statutes provide clear guidelines for resolving disputes while prioritizing the best interests of children and the protection of all parties involved.

Florida family law is governed primarily by Chapter 61 of the Florida Statutes. Legal matters can be resolved through mediation, negotiated settlement, or court intervention. Legal guidance ensures your rights are protected and responsibilities clearly defined.

Who Needs Family Law Services?

You may need family law services in Florida if you:

Are separating or divorcing and need to divide property or debts — Divorce Services
Share children and need a parenting plan or time-sharing schedule
Are dealing with alimony or child support issues
Need to establish paternity or modify existing orders — Paternity
Want to protect yourself or your child from domestic violence
Are planning to adopt or formalize guardianship
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Divorce in Florida

Divorce can feel overwhelming. We help you navigate property division, which follows equitable distribution principles in Florida, meaning marital assets and liabilities are divided fairly—not necessarily equally. The court considers factors like each spouse's economic circumstances, contributions to the marriage, and earning capacity. Understanding what constitutes marital versus separate property is critical in Florida divorce cases:

Uncontested divorce (mutual agreement)
Contested divorce (disputes resolved through negotiation or litigation)
Property division and asset protection
Parental rights and child arrangements
→ Learn More: Divorce Services
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Child Custody & Support

We guide families through Florida parental responsibility and child support issues. One of the most important concepts in Florida family law is the focus on the "best interests of the child." When custody and time-sharing arrangements are determined, Florida courts prioritize the child's relationship with both parents, the child's adjustment to home, school, and community, and the physical and mental health needs of the child. This principle shapes all custody decisions:

Parenting plans define decision-making and time-sharing
Child support calculated using the Florida Child Support Guidelines, which consider both parents' gross incomes, the number of overnight stays each parent has with the child, childcare costs, health insurance expenses, and extraordinary expenses
Modifications and enforcement when circumstances change
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Alimony / Spousal Support

Alimony ensures financial stability when one spouse is disadvantaged. In Florida, alimony serves to equalize the earning capacities of both spouses and may be awarded as temporary, bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, or durational support depending on the circumstances. The length of the marriage, standard of living, and each spouse's financial ability are key factors Florida courts consider when determining alimony awards:

Types: temporary, bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, durational
Eligibility based on marriage length, income disparity, and need
Can be modified with significant life changes
→ Learn More: Alimony
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Modifications & Enforcement of Court Orders

Life changes, and so should your court orders:

Modify custody, support, or alimony orders for substantial changes
Enforce orders when one party does not comply
✓ Enforcement of Court Orders
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Injunctions & Restraining Orders

Protect yourself or loved ones from domestic violence with Florida injunctions and restraining orders. We provide immediate, compassionate legal support to ensure your safety.

→ Injunctions & Restraining Orders
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Adoption & Guardianship

We guide you through adoption and guardianship procedures to secure legal rights for children. Whether you're growing your family or stepping in to protect a child, we're here for you.

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Trusted by Families Across Florida

Our clients trust The DeVries Law Firm to protect their rights and guide them through life's most important decisions.

"Attorney Tyson was superb in handling my divorce. They're so kind, patient, and friendly to work with. I highly recommend them."

— Dee Douberly

"The DeVries Law Firm did a great job helping us with our guardianship over our special needs daughter. Especially thanks for all their help. Thank you."

— Bernie Genest

"They handled a difficult family law matter for me and my family and I couldn't have done it without him. He took such great time and detail. Highly recommend."

— Stephanie McGraw

Ready to Protect Your Family's Future?

Contact The DeVries Law Firm today for a consultation. Our compassionate team is ready to guide you through every step of your family law matter.

This consultation and information do not create an attorney-client relationship and are for informational purposes only.

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