When divorcing a family, determining how to share time with children and make decisions for their welfare is often the most contentious issue. Disputes about custody and visitation can lead to lengthy legal battles that are emotionally draining and stressful for everyone involved.
Hiring an experienced Child Custody Attorney in Pensacola Florida may help you resolve disputes and achieve a workable parenting plan. Our firm can provide you with a free telephone consultation to discuss your case and how we can help you.
Under Florida law, a child custody dispute involves both the time sharing (parenting schedule) of a child and the parental responsibility for making major decisions in that child’s life. In most cases, the courts will try to establish a “time-sharing” schedule that is in the best interests of the child. This includes factors such as the child’s current living situation, parents’ home and community ties, each parent’s health (mental and physical), any history of domestic violence or alcohol abuse by either party, and the ability to meet the daily needs of the child.
A parental responsibility determination involves decision-making aspects of a child’s life such as their healthcare, education, extracurricular activities and religious upbringing. The court will also consider each parent’s ability to foster a close relationship with the child and make long-term decisions for them. In some cases, it is in the best interest of a child to have one parent solely responsible for certain decisions or to live with the child continuously.
Our firm can help you draft a comprehensive parenting plan that will likely be approved by the court and provide strong representation in court if litigation becomes necessary. Our lawyers can also assist with modifying existing custody arrangements or enforcing court orders.
In addition to child-related issues, our attorneys also handle divorce and other related matters, such as alimony (also known as spousal support). Spousal support is typically paid by one former spouse to the other in cases where there is a significant income disparity, a long-term marriage, or when a non-earner has spent a considerable amount of time raising the couple’s children.
We understand the unique concerns faced by service members and their families in military divorce. We represent active duty service members stationed at Naval Air Station Pensacola, retired military personnel and their spouses in military divorce cases. We can also assist with a variety of other family law matters, including paternity disputes and child relocation cases. Contact Spencer Law, P.A. today to arrange a free, confidential consultation with an experienced family lawyer. We serve clients throughout the Pensacola area, including Fort Walton Beach, Navarre and Panama City. We offer flexible hours and accept credit cards for your convenience. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, effective representation that will benefit your children and you. We also speak Spanish for your convenience. Call us now at 850-462-8844 or fill out our online form to get started. We look forward to hearing from you!
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