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Florida Divorce Law: Complete Guide to Requirements, Process, Timeline, Costs, Custody, and Alimony in 2026

Florida Divorce Law: Complete Guide to Requirements, Process, Timeline, Costs, Custody, and Alimony in 2026

February 10, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Florida is a no-fault divorce state. You just need to say your marriage is irretrievably broken—no need to prove anyone did something...

Florida Child Custody and Parenting Plans. Complete Guide to Time-Sharing, Best Interests, Relocation, and Modifications (2026)

Florida Child Custody and Parenting Plans. Complete Guide to Time-Sharing, Best Interests, Relocation, and Modifications (2026)

February 10, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Florida child custody issues are handled through a court-approved parenting plan that sets parental responsibility and a time-sharing...

When Should You Hire a Divorce Attorney in Florida: Essential Timeline and Legal Considerations

When Should You Hire a Divorce Attorney in Florida: Essential Timeline and Legal Considerations

February 10, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Getting divorced in Florida raises many questions, but the key one is when to get legal help.  You don't have to hire a lawyer to file for...

Mediation vs Litigation in Florida Divorce: Costs, Timeline, and How to Choose — A Clear, Expert Guide

Mediation vs Litigation in Florida Divorce: Costs, Timeline, and How to Choose — A Clear, Expert Guide

February 10, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Choosing between mediation and litigation for a Florida divorce really affects your time, money, and how much say you have. Mediation usually costs...

How Divorce Works in Hernando County Court. Step-by-Step Process, Costs, Timeline, and What to Expect

How Divorce Works in Hernando County Court. Step-by-Step Process, Costs, Timeline, and What to Expect

February 10, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

In Hernando County, a Florida divorce usually starts by filing a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage with the Clerk, paying the filing fee, and...

Contested Divorce in Florida: What Happens After You’re Served?

Contested Divorce in Florida: What Happens After You’re Served?

January 8, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Getting served with divorce papers? It's a gut punch, even if you expected it. You might feel angry, scared, or just plain lost about what to do...

Divorce Mediation Cost in Florida: What You Pay For and Why

Divorce Mediation Cost in Florida: What You Pay For and Why

January 8, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Mediation costs in Florida usually break into two tracks: court-connected family mediation with income-based per-person, per-session fees, or...

How Long Does Divorce Take in Florida? Typical Timelines by Scenario

How Long Does Divorce Take in Florida? Typical Timelines by Scenario

January 8, 2026 Christopher Mulligan

Getting divorced in Florida often raises one immediate question: how long will the process take?  The timeline depends largely on whether...

Uncontested Divorce in Hernando County: When Is It Truly “Simple” and When Do You Still Need a Lawyer?

Uncontested Divorce in Hernando County: When Is It Truly “Simple” and When Do You Still Need a Lawyer?

November 30, 2025 Christopher Mulligan

An uncontested divorce in Florida sounds like the easiest way to end a marriage. Both spouses agree on everything, fill out some forms, and move on...

Military Divorce in Florida: Special Issues for Service Members in Hernando and Citrus Counties

Military Divorce in Florida: Special Issues for Service Members in Hernando and Citrus Counties

November 30, 2025 Christopher Mulligan

Military divorce in Florida has layers of legal complexity that civilian divorces rarely face. Service members and spouses in Hernando and Citrus...