Divorce and Family Law Blog

Michele A. Lebron | July 29, 2025 | Divorce near Kissimmee, FL

When a divorce or family law action is initiated, one of the first and most crucial steps is serving process on the other party. The service of process is how one party gives appropriate notice of legal action to another party. In most jurisdictions, this task falls to a process server, who is a hired […]

Michele A. Lebron | July 14, 2025 | Divorce near Kissimmee, FL

If your marriage is ending or you’re considering your options, you may have heard terms like divorce, dissolution, and legal separation. While these phrases are sometimes used interchangeably in conversation, Florida law treats them differently.  Learning about what each one means can help you decide how to move forward. Each option comes with its own […]

Michael. A Lebron | May 6, 2025 | Family Law Blog

In Florida, child support payments usually follow a clear formula. Courts use state guidelines to decide how much money one parent pays the other for their children’s needs. However, sometimes using the standard calculation might not be fair or practical for your family. In these cases, a court can change, or “deviate” from, the usual […]

Michele A. Lebron | April 22, 2025 | Family Law Blog

Understanding the distinction between a lawyer and an attorney proves important when seeking legal representation. Although often used interchangeably, these terms carry different meanings. In the United States, a lawyer is someone who graduates from law school. To become an attorney, one must pass the bar examination and fulfill additional licensing requirements. This process ensures […]

Michele A. Lebron | April 7, 2025 | Alimony

The term “palimony” is commonly associated with financial support that one partner may be entitled to receive following the dissolution of a non-marital relationship. Florida does not have a law specifically for ‘palimony’ — the financial support often associated with post-separation obligations between unmarried partners.  Instead, Florida uses contract law to recognize support agreements, which […]

Michele A. Lebron | April 3, 2025 | Child Custody

When a court decides a dispute between two parents in Florida, it will determine what parental responsibility and timesharing arrangement is in the best interests of the child. To do this, the judge will consider a variety of factors. However, a court will not order timesharing to a parent who cannot properly care for the […]

Michele A. Lebron | March 19, 2025 | Family Law Blog

Family law matters can get extremely emotional, and they can bring out some nasty behavior in those involved. This is especially true in contested divorces or situations where child custody is at stake. It is not uncommon for a spouse to bring up false accusations of abuse, drug and alcohol use, or infidelity during these […]

Michele A. Lebron | March 18, 2025 | Family Law Blog

Do you want to dissolve your marriage? If so, Florida has two legal procedures for ending a marriage. You can divorce your spouse, or you can annul your marriage. If your marriage qualifies for annulment in Florida, you can effectively “erase” your marriage in addition to dissolving the marriage. What Is an Annulment in Florida? […]

Michele A. Lebron | March 17, 2025 | Family Law Blog

When it comes to family law, many people wonder whether they are legally married if they’ve been living together for a long period of time, even without a formal ceremony or marriage license. Common law marriage has long been a topic of confusion, particularly in states like Florida, where the laws surrounding it can be […]

Michele A. Lebron | February 13, 2025 | Family Law Blog

When parents separate or divorce, figuring out child custody can be confusing. One of the most important questions is: Who is the custodial parent? This term matters because it determines where the child lives, who cares for them daily, and how major decisions are made. In this blog, we’ll explain what a custodial parent is, […]