Florida Family Law Attorney

Florida family laws are much more complex than just getting people divorced. Steven D. Miller, P.A. is a Florida family law attorney who represents clients with a wide range of legal needs. These include preparation for marriage, divorce, and legal issues that arise after a divorce is complete.

If you’ve reached our site because you are in search of legal advice for your divorce, contact the office of Florida divorce lawyer Steven D. Miller, P.A. today for a free initial consultation. Every divorce case is different and each divorce process is unique. Learn the best legal options for you and your family today.

Why Choose Our Firm?

The big day has come and gone and it just isn’t working out. “Time to leave . . . Call Steve.” Look, if you’ve given it your best shot and need to get out, do it. Florida is a no-fault state meaning that you do not need to allege any specific reason, just that the marriage is irretrievably broken and you want to dissolve the marriage. If you meet the jurisdictional requirement of being a Florida resident for at least 6 months, you can get divorced. Choose Steven D. Miller as your Florida family law attorney and you will not be disappointed. Here is what we have to offer:

We will ensure all of your required documents are completely properly the first time
We offer free consultations with no financial obligations
We serve all 67 counties of Florida
We offer competitive, flat fee pricing ($499 with no kids and $849 with kids for an uncontested divorce case)

Meet Steven D. Miller

Steven Miller is the founder and lead family law attorney of Steven D. Miller, P.A. He has been a practicing lawyer since 1985 and first began in the areas of personal injury and medical malpractice. Now, Miller specializes solely in family and divorce law. He prides himself in offering affordable and accessible divorce assistance to anyone in the state of Florida and has seen much success over the last 30 years. Miller is committed to continuously providing his clients with clear-cut answers to their legal concerns and unmatched representation.

Florida Divorce Lawyer

“When it’s time to leave…Call Steve.”

Getting a Good Florida Family Law Lawyer is Important

Here’s what I know – A good Florida family law attorney should be able to tell you, with reasonable certainty, whether a case will settle on the first day, reach mediation or go to trial. Yes, we need a certain amount of information to formulate an opinion. That said, you will have most of the information necessary for me to form and render a reasonable opinion about the resolution of all issues.

It’s not rocket science; instead, it’s about understanding the issues and how they get resolved. Yes, sometimes motions, hearings and depositions are necessary but not most of the time. If there are significant property issues, then it takes much more time and money.

Some examples would be a business that needs to be appraised or income needing representation because a spouse voluntarily did not work. However, most people don’t have those issues and simply want to get their cases settled and move on.

Testimonials

“Steven D. Miller was so amazing in my process for divorce. He thoroughly explained the process and how much it would cost. He answered the phone when I needed an update or his team did. They treated me with professionalism and gave me the ability to move past this hard time in my life. My recommendation for him and his team, is if you need a cost effective and professional lawyer he is the one to go with above any of the rest! Thank you so much Steven Miller for your assistance in my process and I wish you and your team the best!”

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“I highly recommend Steven Miller’s services as a lawyer. He was a God sent in my time of need. He acted quickly and stayed on top of my case thru the end. His prices were very reasonable and he offered multiple payment plan options. Mr. Miller and his team was always pleasant and took their time answering all my questions each time I called. He was very factual and kept me informed, I understood the process from start to finish which reduced my anxiety tremendously. I can’t recommend Mr. Miller enough, he made a difficult process in my life, at the life, less stressful. I appreciated the fact that he truly cared about me and my family’s needs.”

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Florida Family Law FAQs

How is division of property decided in Florida?
What is a pre-nuptial agreement?
Can I make changes to our marriage arrangement post-wedding?
Why choose attorney Steven D. Miller, P.A. for your family law matter?

How is Division of Property Handled in Florida?

If you make the decision to get divorced, you and your spouse must address the following issues: division of property and debt, child support, child custody and spousal support. How you both chose to resolve these issues will determine whether your case is an uncontested or contested dissolution. If you and your spouse resolve all issues and sign the required documents before filing the case, it is a Florida uncontested divorce. If you are not able to resolve all issues prior to filing, you have a contested divorce case.

Regardless of your situation, the issues remain the same but the process changes and will take a longer to conclude your case. How much longer? Depends on the issues, the desire of both sides to get the issues resolved – it takes two to tango – and the lawyers, yes the lawyers. Most Florida family law lawyers charge by the hour. From an income standpoint, the longer the case drags on and the more time the lawyer spends on the case makes the monthly bill increase very fast. It’s easy to sign on the dotted line under the stress of starting the process.

Florida Pre-Nuptial Agreements

With divorce rates in the state of Florida and the rest of the country at an all-time high, many people prepare for marriage with a prenuptial agreement. A prenuptial agreement has a specific purpose – how to deal with distribution of property and spousal support issues in the event that the marriage does not work out.

How will you protect the property that each spouse brings to the marriage? It might seem crazy for couples to speak with Florida family law attorneys before they’re even married, but it’s a safety net that every couple should consider. For instance, if you have a savings account that you worked hard for and want to “protect” it as your own in the event of a divorce, a prenuptial will do the trick.

Do you combine income or keep it separate? How do you intend to pay bills? What about the condo you owned before marriage? A pre-nuptial agreement can address all those issues and more.

Don’t Rush Family Law Matters in Florida

Timing of execution of the pre-nuptial is critical. You can’t make an informed decision if you’re “under the gun.” Making financial decisions of any kind when faced with the pressure of marriage soon before the big day may not be in your best interests. How much time is enough time? The longer, the better. A reasonable amount of time under the circumstances, especially if you are going to involve your family law attorney. Like most major decisions in life, don’t rush into signing a pre-nuptial agreement. A Florida divorce attorney can help you decide the best way to move forward.

Post Judgment Issues | Florida Family Law

An uncontested divorce is final and life has been moving along without incident. Suddenly, child support and/or alimony are paid unpredictably. Your spouse misses a couple weekends of visitation and fails to send payments for your child’s activities or medical expenses. What now? Depending on the “violation” you may need to file a motion to enforce the agreement or seek an order of contempt against your ex.

Under certain circumstances, waiting too long to enforce a legal right – “laches” – may act as defense to your motion. If you think an agreement has been violated, call our Florida family law lawyer for a free consultation. We would need to see the agreement or final judgment and then we can talk about the facts and let you know your options. Regardless of the issue, we only charge a flat fee.

Understanding Your Florida Divorce

Here’s the bottom line about Florida family law cases and the divorce lawyers that practice in this area. You’re entitled to understand the divorce issues and how to get them resolved and your questions should get answered. A good lawyer, family law or otherwise, should tell you what you need to know and NOT what you want to hear. Usually, these are two very different things and, most importantly, you should be charged a fair fee.

Contact an Experienced Florida Family Law Attorney

Steven D. Miller, P.A. is a Florida family law lawyer that represents clients throughout the state of Florida always for a flat fee. We provide an array of family and marital legal services to help you get through these difficult times. The Florida Divorce Attorneys at our family law firm take advantage of all the rules of the court to keep the costs and fees to our clients at a minimum.

Our goal is simple – get you in and out of the Florida divorce or other family law process as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. To contact our law office, please fill out our free online contact form or call us at (954) 472-0776.

Family Law Courts in Florida | Circuit Courts

There are 20 circuit courts in the state of Florida. Steven D. Miller, P.A. will lead you through the process of determining what court you need to file in for your family law issues.

First Circuit

Includes Walton, Escambia, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa Counties

Second Circuit

Includes Liberty, Jefferson, Leon, Franklin, Gadsden and Wakulla Counties

Third Circuit

Includes Dixie, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, Hamilton, Lafayette and Columbia Counties

Fourth Circuit

Includes Duval, Clay and Nassau Counties

Fifth Circuit

Includes Marion, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties

Sixth Circuit

Includes Pinellas and Pasco Counties