There are milestones in life when you need a trusted legal adviser to guide you. At the Lane Law Firm, P.A., we exclusively devote our time and resources to divorce and family law matters. Our broad experience from decades of practicing law will help you protect your rights and the best interests of your children.
Full-Service Family Law FirmIf you are facing the possibility of divorce or a family law issue, you need sound and intelligent advice from an experienced Palm Beach County divorce lawyer. Our law firm cares about our clients, takes the time to listen, and provides creative and cost-effective solutions to difficult family law problems. We have extensive experience, and the financial acumen required to strategically negotiate and litigate complex financial matters. We employ our extensive trial skills and decades of litigation experience to tenaciously advocate for your legal rights.
DivorceAt the Lane Law Firm, P.A., we possess the sound judgment and depth of experience required to protect our clients’ rights and the best interests of their children. Our law firm represents clients in complex financial matters and contentious child custody issues. We handle all matters in a thoughtful, analytical, strategic, and cost-effective manner. Our firm is known for our in-depth knowledge, financial acumen, and meticulous attention to detail. We deeply care about our clients, and provide them with sound legal advice and exceptional client service.
Child Custody and VisitationWe are fierce and compassionate advocates for the best interests of our clients’ children. We are keenly aware that every minute that parents spend with their children is precious. We use our knowledge, skill, and decades of experience to preserve our client’s relationship with their children. As a result of our caring and compassionate representation, we build personal relationships with our clients that endure long after our representation ends. Learn More About Child Custody and Visitation in Florida
Florida courts are statutorily required to consider the following factors in awarding custody and visitation (“time-sharing”):
At our law firm, we are well aware of the serious consequences that an award of spousal support has on our clients’ lives, and we work zealously to protect our client’s financial future. We utilize our in-depth knowledge of the law and our extensive experience to protect our clients and to advocate on their behalf. Learn More About Alimony in Florida
In deciding whether or not to award alimony, trial courts in Florida are statutorily required to assess 11 factors. The first, and most important factor, is the payor’s ability to pay alimony and the recipient’s need for support. Once a trial court determines that one party has a need for alimony and the other party has the ability to pay alimony, the court is required to assess 10 other factors in determining the amount and type of alimony.
The 10 factors that Florida courts are required to consider in awarding alimony are as follows.
At the Lane & Law Firm, P.A., we provide skilled and experienced representation and the highest level of personal service to high asset/high net worth individuals and their spouses. We utilize our business acumen and decades of experience to craft thoughtful and creative solutions to difficult family law problems. Although we are tenacious litigators, we are also skilled negotiators who employ alternative dispute resolution methods to resolve cases in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Learn More About High Asset/High Net Worth Divorce in Florida
In distributing marital assets and liabilities, Florida trial courts are required to perform the following seven functions:
In Florida, there are six types of marital assets and liabilities. They are:
In Florida, there are five types of nonmarital assets and liabilities. They are:
Equitable distribution of assets in Florida includes the identification, classification, valuation, and distribution of assets. We utilize our business background and our depth of experience to provide thoughtful, innovative solutions to these complex financial matters. We provide the highest level of service to entrepreneurs, business owners, executives, doctors, dentists, our fellow lawyers, professional athletes, public figures, and their spouses.
Child RelocationThere are many reasons for seeking a court’s permission to relocate. We tenaciously advocate on behalf of our clients’ rights and the best interests of their children. We provide skilled and thoughtful representation in these crucial matters that will have lasting impacts on our clients’ lives and the welfare of their children. Learn More About Child Relocation in Florida
In Florida, there is no presumption in favor of or against child custody relocation. The parent wishing to relocate has the burden of proof to demonstrate to the court that the relocation is in the children’s best interest. If that burden of proof is met, the burden of proof then shifts to the nonrelocating parent to demonstrate to the court that the proposed relocation is not in the children’s best interest.
Child Custody Relocation Factors in FloridaIn deciding whether or not to grant a petition to relocate, some of the statutory factors that Florida courts are required to evaluate are:
There are many reasons for post judgment modifications of child custody and visitation. In Florida, courts may grant a custody modification where there has been a substantial, material, and unanticipated change of circumstances, and the modification is in the best interests of the children. Let us protect your relationship with your children, your future, and your children’s well-being.
Same-Sex MarriageAt the Lane Law Firm, P.A. we represent the LGBTQ community in all aspects of matrimonial law, including the division of property and assets, alimony, parental time-sharing, modifications of alimony and time-sharing, and child support.
Our Palm Beach divorce attorney takes the time to listen to our clients, and provide them with thorough, thoughtful representation and exceptional personal service. We understand that divorce can be a very difficult time. Let us help you.
Palm Beach Divorce Attorney & Family Law LawyerWith offices in Palm Beach Gardens, Wellington and Boca Raton, retain a skilled divorce lawyer and family law attorney dedicated to professional excellence by calling our office at (561) 363-3400, or by contacting us online. You will be provided with an initial consultation within twenty–four (24) hours of the time that you call.
We look forward to representing you.
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