Getting married and having kids is easy.  Getting divorced, splitting assets and "dividing" children - is another story.  It can quickly get bitter and costly, but there are ways to make the process less painful and the outcome more agreeable.

The events leading to the litigation of a family law matter are, for many, the most difficult of their lives. For example, the strong emotions accompanying the end of a relationship, coupled with uncertainty over the welfare of your children and your financial future, may have a devastating effect on your ability to function in your everyday life.

We believe you deserve close attention to your individual legal needs during this time from an experienced and dedicated staff of lawyers and legal assistants.  With years of experience, the attorneys in our firm have proven themselves to be leaders among family lawyers in Florida.  Our support staff is trained to listen carefully to your concerns and to assist you in the vigorous advocacy of your legal rights.



Divorce and Related Matters

Financial issues are a major concern during a divorce and beyond.  You want to know what will happen to the house, the car, the retirement funds and even the family pet.  In theory, fair property division means splitting everything 50/50.  Of course, this is just a starting point, as there are a variety of issues that need to be taken into consideration, the most important being whether property is marital or non-marital.  Our attorneys have the experience to help you protect what is yours.

Post-Divorce Matters

When a divorce is over, it is not necessarily final.  Situations may arise that require post-judgement modification.  A job loss or other financial change could require a change in spousal support or child support.  There is also the issue of enforcement.  When one party fails to follow the divorce judgement requirements, legal action may be required.  Our lawyers handle all of these post-divorce matters.

Next Steps

The time to thing about how a divorce would affect your life is before you file for divorce, not after.  At Stephen H. Artman, P.A., we offer a free initial consultation to explain Florida divorce law in easy-to-understand language.  Contact our office today to speak with a family law attorney.