Coral Gables Divorce Lawyer
Going through a divorce? We handle the contested and the amicable alike, from alimony and property to time-sharing, with care and a steady hand. Free, confidential consultation.
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Florida divorce overview
Florida is a no-fault state: you only need to allege irreconcilable differences, plus at least six months of Florida residency before filing in Miami-Dade. RAM Law and Title, PLLC guides you through the petition, financial disclosures, mediation, and, if needed, trial. We explain the timelines, what the local court expects, and how decisions on parenting, support, and property actually get made.
A divorce with a business in it is a business case.
If you own a company, a building, or an interest in either, your divorce will turn on an operating agreement, a buy-sell provision, a valuation, and a tracing analysis.
Those are the documents I draft for business clients, and the documents I litigate when they fail. Most family lawyers in this county have never had to do either.
Business ownership, multiple properties, and commingled premarital assets require careful tracing and valuation. We coordinate with experts where needed and litigate contested issues in Miami-Dade.
A divorce is either a contract or a trial.
Most settle, and a settlement is a contract that will govern your money and your children for the next decade. It should be drafted by someone who has watched agreements like it come apart under attack. The ones that do not settle go in front of a judge. I prepare for the second so the first happens on your terms.
Key issues in a Florida divorce
We handle equitable distribution (dividing marital assets and debts fairly), support questions, and parenting arrangements. Property division can include homes near Miracle Mile, retirement accounts, and business interests; we identify marital vs. non-marital components and advocate for a fair outcome. For support, Florida recognizes bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational alimony; we present evidence on need and ability to pay. If children are involved, we coordinate parenting plans and time-sharing while aligning child-related expenses and guidelines. For deeper help, explore focused guidance on child custody and the specifics of child support in Florida.
Settlement is the goal. Trial is the reason it works.
Most cases resolve, and a resolution you can live with is what this practice is built to reach. I get there by preparing the case as though a judge will decide it, and by drafting the agreement so that it holds up afterward. When a case has to be tried, it gets tried.
If a premarital agreement is part of your matter, we review enforceability and terms, or draft a new one.
Common questions
How do I file for divorce in Florida?
Florida is a no-fault state, so you only need to state that the marriage is irretrievably broken and meet the six-month residency requirement. We prepare the petition, the financial disclosures, and any temporary-relief motions to protect you from day one.
What’s the difference between contested and uncontested divorce?
In an uncontested divorce, both spouses agree on property, alimony, and parenting, so it moves faster and costs less. A contested case takes negotiation, mediation, and sometimes trial. We build the leverage to settle fairly, and litigate when that’s what it takes.
How is property divided in Florida divorces?
Florida uses equitable distribution: marital assets and debts are divided fairly, which isn’t always 50/50. We separate marital from non-marital property, value businesses and real estate, and push for a split that reflects your contributions and needs.
Will I get (or pay) alimony?
It depends on the length of the marriage, the standard of living, each spouse’s income and earning capacity, and need versus ability to pay. We present the evidence for or against the alimony types (bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, durational) to reach a workable outcome.
Do I need a parenting plan if we agree on time-sharing?
Yes. Florida requires a detailed parenting plan covering overnights, holidays, travel, communication, and decision-making. We file one that serves your child’s best interests and meets the local court’s standards.
Rooted in Coral Gables. Admitted throughout Florida.
The office is on Galiano Street, two blocks off Miracle Mile. Most of the work is close to it: Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and the Keys. We take cases anywhere in the state.
- Coral Gables
- Miami-Dade
- Broward
- Palm Beach
- The Florida Keys
- All of Florida
Talk to a Coral Gables attorney
Tell us what happened. We will tell you what deadlines are already running, what the matter is realistically worth, and whether we are the right firm for it. Including when the answer is no. Free consultation. No obligation.