Contested vs. uncontested divorce in florida

Our experienced family lawyers will represent your interests

​​​If you’re contemplating divorce, you’ll want a family lawyer in Florida who represents your interests. Divorce is a highly emotional process filled with uncertainty and doubt. You’ll want to be represented by family lawyers who will provide honest answers, helping you to diffuse the emotions and alleviate the anxiety of divorce.
 
The family lawyers at Filler & Hedum Law in Longwood, Seminole County, are committed to you. They’ll provide clear explanations of Florida divorce laws and will give you strategies to protect your interests.
 
Our divorce lawyers – Samuel Filler and Kelly Hedum – meet with each client. They take the time to learn about your unique situation and provide an individualized action plan to successfully accomplish your goals. They’ll also be by your side every step of the way, reviewing and executing all pleadings, attending every hearing, meeting with you and speaking with you at your convenience.
 
Florida family law can be complex. You’ll likely have questions about divorce, child custody, child support, parenting plans, marital settlement agreements, alimony and modification.
 
Each and every client receives the benefit of a committed, highly experienced and passionate legal team to defend them in their Divorce case. It’s Filler & Hedum’s mission to provide exceptional representation with a high level of professionalism. Our attorneys will help protect the emotional and financial future of your family before, during and after the divorce process.
 
Florida family law distinguishes between two types of divorce: uncontested and contested.
 
Uncontested Divorce
An uncontested divorce is one where the parties reach a written agreement on all issues – child support, child custody, alimony and division of assets, debts and costs. This agreement is filed with the court and, with the court’s approval, a final judgment is signed by the judge. Uncontested divorces can be resolved with a flat fee.
 
Contested Divorce
A contested divorce occurs when the parties cannot come to an agreement regarding all issues, including child support, child custody, alimony, division of assets and debts, and costs and fees. The parties do have the opportunity to attempt to resolve some – if not all – of these issues through negotiation and medication. Contested divorces normally require more preparation and litigation costs. They also may last several months and may become financially and emotionally grueling.
 
Whether yours is a contested or uncontested divorce, your family and your financial future are at stake. To protect your rights, you must know Florida divorce laws and how to apply them to your case. Filler & Hedum Law in Longwood, Seminole County, is committed to providing exceptional, committed, compassionate and aggressive legal counsel throughout the entire process.

FREE CONSULTATION AND FLORIDA DIVORCE CASE REVIEW

​To learn more about family law in Florida and the divorce process, call Filler & Hedum Law today for a free consultation and divorce law case review. Samuel Filler or Kelly Hedum will meet with you personally to discuss your case, answer your questions and offer valuable insight into your case at no cost to you. We’ve helped clients in Sanford, Longwood, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Oveido, Orlando, Winter Springs, DeLand and other Central Florida towns protect and secure their financial needs and future.
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