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21 Jun

How Long Does a Contested Divorce Take in Broward County — And What Does It Cost?

A contested divorce in Broward County's 17th Judicial Circuit takes 12 to 24 months from filing to final judgment in most cases. Total attorney fees...

21 Jun

How to Afford a Divorce Lawyer in Fort Lauderdale When Money Is Tight

Fort Lauderdale divorce attorneys offer several cost-reduction structures — payment plans, unbundled legal services, and limited scope...

21 Jun

How Much Does a Divorce Lawyer Retainer Cost in Fort Lauderdale?

Most Fort Lauderdale divorce attorneys require a retainer between $3,000 and $7,500 to open your file. That deposit sits in a trust account and gets...

11 Jun

What Are the Grounds for Divorce in Florida? (2026 Answer Guide)

Florida recognizes only two legal grounds for divorce under F.S. §61.052: the marriage is "irretrievably broken," or one spouse has been adjudged...

11 Jun

Florida Alimony Reform 2023 — What Changed and What It Means in 2026

Florida eliminated permanent alimony on July 1, 2023, when Governor DeSantis signed CS/SB 1416 (Chapter 2023-315) into law. The reform replaced...

11 Jun

How to Choose a Divorce Attorney in Broward County: 7 Questions to Ask

The right divorce attorney for a Broward County case combines a focus on family law, a strong courtroom trial record, and mediation capability....

11 Jun

How Does Mediation Work in a Florida Divorce? (2026 Broward Guide)

Divorce mediation is a structured negotiation where a neutral, Florida Supreme Court-certified mediator helps both spouses reach binding agreements...

16 May

How Much Does a Divorce Cost in Florida?(Broward County 2026 Guide)

A divorce in Florida costs between $419 and $50,000 or more, depending on whether the case is uncontested or contested. In Broward County, the...

22 Apr

Florida Divorce Process: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

The Florida divorce process requires one spouse to meet a six-month residency requirement under Fla. Stat. § 61.021, file a Petition for...

22 Apr

Child Custody Timesharing Standards in Broward County (2026)

Florida courts in Broward County determine child custody under the legal term "time-sharing," governed by Florida Statute § 61.13. As of July 1,...