If you’re involved in a family law matter—whether it be a divorce, an adoption, or anything else—it’s a good idea to have a skilled advocate on your side. Family law cases can often be quite complicated, and an attorney who’s well versed in the applicable laws and procedures can make the proceedings considerably less stressful […]
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If you’ve fathered a child out of wedlock, you may be surprised to know that being listed on your child’s birth certificate doesn’t automatically grant you parental rights. Until you take affirmative steps to establish your rights as a father, only the mother of your child will be considered a natural guardian, and she can […]
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Unfortunately, there’s no clear-cut answer as to exactly how long a divorce will take. The length of your divorce proceedings will depend on a number of factors, the biggest one being whether your divorce is contested. If you and your spouse agree on all aspects of the divorce — including the division of assets and […]
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You’ve probably heard of family lawyers before, but you might be unclear on exactly what they do. Many family attorneys spend a considerable amount of their time on divorce cases, which can involve the division of assets and liabilities, alimony (spousal support), child support, parental responsibility (custody), and time-sharing (visitation). It’s important to note, however, […]
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If you’re involved in a divorce, you’ve probably heard the terms “collaborative divorce” and “mediation.” While both involve voluntarily settling a case outside of the traditional courtroom setting, they’re actually quite different. Collaborative Divorce Collaborative Divorce is a process for handling a divorce outside of the court system. Both parties are represented by independent attorneys […]
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If you’ve decided that you want to divorce your spouse, or your spouse has told you that he or she wants a divorce, one of the first things you should do is hire a divorce lawyer. Divorces can be incredibly messy, and having an experienced advocate on your side will ensure that your interests are […]
[Read More]The divorce and Family Law Attorneys at The Law Offices of Audrey A. Jefferis provide services in the following counties: Pasco County, Pinellas County, Hernando County and Hillsborough County. Let us help you today!