Divorce Law
Licensed Divorce Attorney in Florida
Lenoir Law is dedicated to providing legal services for those seeking a divorce in St. Petersburg, Lakewood Ranch, and other areas of Florida. We also offer a range of other legal services that include family law as well as real estate and probate law.
A Brief Overview of Divorce Law
In Sarasota, Tampa, and other regions of Florida, divorce is a common remedy for marriages that are irrecoverable. Florida is a no-fault state, meaning you do not have to prove any wrongdoing in order to seek a divorce. Additionally, the state provides opportunities for no-contest divorce.
Statistics on Divorce Law
Divorce Law FAQ
Our office will handle all of the paperwork and filing for you. When you meet with our divorce attorneys, we’ll provide you with guidance based on your unique needs.
While you can certainly represent yourself in divorce proceedings, most people are encouraged to retain the services of an attorney instead. Your attorney can represent your interests while you focus on this challenging and emotional time.
In some states, legal separation is a designation given to couples living apart who may intend to divorce. Florida does not recognize legal separation, but it does recognize the legal dissolution of marriages via divorce.
In many cases, the shared property is split upon marriage dissolution in Florida. Any shared marital property, or property that was acquired by either spouse during the marriage, is divided 50/50.
There may be factors affecting this split in cases of inequitable distribution. Your attorney can help you navigate the best path forward.
Under Florida law, only one spouse is required to initiate the dissolution of a marriage. You may be granted an uncontested divorce in Florida if your spouse refuses to sign documents or attend court hearings.