Compassionate support and strategic insight for your divorce and family law needs
Life can be unpredictable; sometimes, families face challenges requiring legal guidance.
Attorney Carlos Ramirez understands the emotional and practical difficulties that come with family law. Whether it’s divorce, collaborative law, mediation, or other family law issues, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
We know the emotional toll these situations can take on you and your loved ones. That’s why we commit to making the legal process as clear and stress-free as possible.
Our legal team is ready to support you through all your family law needs, helping you move forward with confidence.
For over 29 years, I’ve witnessed the emotional toll divorce can take on families. My mission is to help you overcome these challenges with as much ease and control as possible.
My ultimate goal is to resolve your family law issue in the manner best suited to your unique circumstances, whether that’s through peaceful negotiation, mediation, or, if necessary, aggressive representation in family court.
When children are involved, I will prioritize fairness and your children’s well-being throughout the process. My team provides a calm and supportive environment for you to feel comfortable discussing your situation openly and honestly.
Attorney Carlos Ramirez
Florida Family Law Practice Areas
Divorce
When a couple marries, it is rarely with the thought that they may someday divorce. But sometimes, life takes an unexpected turn.
If you are contemplating ending your marriage, our attorney will guide you through challenging situations such as custody battles, asset division, and negotiating support arrangements to pursue a fair and favorable outcome for you and your loved ones.
Child Custody and Visitation
Your child is central to your life. Any changes in your marriage can deeply affect your time together.
Florida law prioritizes children’s best interests in custody and visitation cases, focusing on creating fair timesharing schedules and detailed parenting plans.
Whether you’re establishing an initial agreement or need to adjust your custody arrangement due to changing circumstances, we can help you through the process to protect your relationship with your child.
Child Support
In Florida, child support is designed to cover the essential costs of raising a child, such as food, housing, and education. The state uses specific guidelines to calculate fair child support amounts based on both parents’ incomes, the number of children, and the custody arrangement.
Our family law attorney will ensure that child support orders are fair, reflecting all parties’ financial circumstances and needs.
Whether you are seeking to establish, modify, or enforce a child support order, our team is ready to provide expert legal assistance to safeguard your child’s well-being.
Collaborative Law
Divorce doesn’t have to mean endless battles. Collaborative law is all about working together respectfully to sort out things like property division, child support, and alimony without stepping into a courtroom.
It’s a cost-effective and less stressful way to handle tough situations, focusing on open communication and honesty to reach a fair agreement.
If you’re looking to avoid a drawn-out legal fight, collaborative law could be the right choice, helping everyone move forward more smoothly.
Domestic Violence
Emotions can run high when relationships end, and conflicts can escalate quickly. It’s not uncommon for accusations of mental, emotional, or physical abuse to surface, sometimes based on truth and other times not.
If you find yourself in a situation where you or a loved one is facing domestic violence, or if you’re accused of such acts, it’s crucial to have skilled legal support.
Whether you need help securing a protective order or defending against accusations, we’re committed to providing compassionate and determined legal assistance.
Dependency and Termination of Parental Rights
Ending parental rights is a deeply emotional and complex legal area, and it’s crucial to have expert guidance if you find yourself facing such serious circumstances.
We bring over 29 years of experience defending cases of dependency and termination of parental rights. If you or your family is involved in an investigation concerning allegations of abuse towards a child or an elderly person, contact us immediately.
We’ll help you prepare for any interactions with law enforcement or the Department of Children and Families. Our goal is to provide the support and representation you need.
Mediation (Alternative Dispute Resolution)
Mediation offers a practical alternative to costly litigation, helping both businesses and individuals in Florida resolve disputes while maintaining good relationships.
We specialize in guiding clients through the mediation process, using it as a tool to achieve favorable settlements efficiently. Our approach not only puts you in control of the outcomes but also tends to be faster and more predictable than traditional courtroom battles.
If your situation is suited to mediation, we’re ready to step in and represent your interests, aiming to save you both the time and cost associated with prolonged legal proceedings.
Spousal Support (Alimony)
Divorce can upend your financial future. We recognize that spousal support (alimony) is often critical, impacting your ability to retire comfortably or maintain your former lifestyle.
Many individuals find their retirement dreams put on hold due to spousal support obligations. Others, receiving alimony may struggle to make ends meet and maintain their pre-divorce lifestyle.
We help with calculating fair spousal support based on Florida’s guidelines, securing timely payments, and enforcing court orders
FAQs
We welcome the opportunity to answer your questions and discuss your case.
However, we understand that there may be times when you wish to find answers to questions on your own. Below is a collection of resources that may answer some of your initial questions. Of course, this shouldn’t replace personalized legal advice. If you have further questions or need tailored guidance, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
If my husband and I cannot agree on the division of certain household items, will we have to litigate the division?
If you and your ex-husband cannot agree, you will likely need to seek legal help, as your property settlement will not be complete until these items are divided.
My ex is behind on spousal and child support. What recourse do I have?
Nonpayment of child and spousal support is enforceable through contempt proceedings. You must file a verified motion for contempt to set the matter for a hearing. We will review the options with you and guide you to the best solution for your needs.
I am the custodial parent. Can I deny visitation?
The purpose of visitation rights is for the children of a divorced couple to understand that both their parents are entitled to love and be loved by their children in return.
If the children return from a weekend with their noncustodial parent upset or tell you they do not want to go anymore, this alone is not a valid reason to deny visitation unless their health and welfare are endangered by the visitation.
If you are having a disagreement with your ex or harbor ill feelings, that is not a reason to deny visitation. However, the noncustodial parent is entitled only to reasonable visitation. This means if they want to see your child in the middle of the night or are intoxicated, you do not have to permit visitation.
I am the noncustodial parent. Can I decide not to accept visitation?
You are entitled to reasonable visitation. If you are unable to comply with the visitation schedule, you and your ex might be able to work out alternative arrangements. Remember, your children deserve the love of both their parents.
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