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Family Law
At SSM Law Group we provide legal services for all types of families and their particular needs. Our practice areas range from general family law matters to prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, same-sex marriage, annulments, divorce, legal separation, child custody, timesharing, paternity, step-parent adoption, and much more. We understand that every situation is different and cannot be handled with a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Regardless of your family law needs, we are committed to delivering the best possible results for your case and protecting your rights and the rights of your family.
Divorce
Although every couple enters into marriage thinking, or hoping, that it is forever, the simple fact is that a great many marriages these days end in divorce. Whether one party was at fault in causing the divorce or the couple simply came to realize they have irreconcilable differences, divorce is sometimes the best move the couple can make for their long-term happiness. Our attorneys are there throughout the process to make sure our clients are well-represented in the property division as well as alimony, child custody, and child support. Our skilled and experienced attorneys handle contested & uncontested divorce, military divorce, same-sex divorce, simplified dissolution, and more. Our skilled attorneys are ready to advise and represent you in any marriage dissolution.
Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
When there is a financial disparity between individuals entering marriage, or there was a prior relationship that ended in a bitter divorce or produced children who need to be protected and cared for, a prenuptial agreement can set out the terms of property division and alimony to protect both parties in the event of divorce. The truth is that any couple can benefit from the security and peace of mind a prenuptial agreement can bring. Our attorneys provide sound advice and assistance in the negotiation, drafting, or review of prenuptial as well as postnuptial agreements.
Paternity
Paternity affects a father’s rights to custody and visitation, as well as a father’s responsibility to pay child support. Paternity, therefore, is of vital importance to both parents in a divorce or child custody dispute. Establishing parentage is also vital to a child’s future, including gaining access to insurance and government benefits, inheritance, medical history information, and the emotional well-being of knowing one’s parentage. We represent mothers, fathers, children, and alleged fathers in paternity proceedings.
Fathers’ rights
Despite Florida’s gender-neutral family laws, biases and stereotypes still persist. All too often this can place the father in the position of paying the most child support and receiving the least amount of parenting time, even when such an arrangement is not in the father’s or the children’s best interests. We represent fathers in divorce, child custody, paternity legitimation, and more to make sure they are receiving excellent advice and representation to achieve a fair result that meets their needs.
Mediation & Collaborative Divorce
Divorce doesn’t have to be a battle. There are productive ways to deal with conflict and reach an agreement that meets everyone’s needs and interests without setting up a “win/lose” situation. Our attorneys are well-versed in family law mediation, collaborative divorce, and other litigation alternatives to help you get what you need without destroying important family relationships that continue even after a divorce.
Step-Parent Adoption
Adopting your spouse’s children is an important step in solidifying your family, giving your step-children a sense of love and belonging that is invaluable to their development and well-being. Adopted step-children can also benefit from your employment, health insurance, veteran status, inheritance rights, and countless other ways. Completing a step-parent adoption may be simple or complex depending on the status of the children’s other biological parents. We’ll explore your situation and advise you on your options, and we’ll guide you through the appropriate route that is best for you and your new family.
DCF/Dependency Hearings
It’s shocking how quickly your children can be removed from your home based on allegations of abuse or neglect, and the fight falls on your shoulders to prove you are fit to get your children back and avoid termination of parental rights. We know the system, and we’ll act strongly and swiftly on your side to see that family reunification occurs successfully and as quickly as possible.
Domestic Violence
It’s shocking how quickly your children can be removed from your home based on allegations of abuse or neglect, and the fight falls on your shoulders to prove you are fit to get your children back and avoid termination of parental rights. We know the system, and we’ll act strongly and swiftly on your side to see that family reunification occurs successfully and as quickly as possible.
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