Coral Gables

When the marital home is the largest asset

In Florida, property acquired during the marriage is generally subject to equitable distribution, which means a fair division rather than an automatic 50/50 split. For many Coral Gables households the home is the central question: keep it, sell it, or buy out a spouse. We help you understand what is marital and what may be nonmarital, how value is established, and what the mortgage and carrying costs mean for each side before you agree to anything.

Business interests, professional income and financial disclosure

Florida requires both spouses to exchange detailed financial information. When one spouse owns a practice or company, or income comes from partnerships, bonuses or equity, that disclosure is more involved. We help you gather the documents that matter, such as tax returns, account statements, business records and loan files, and identify where a valuation may be needed.

• Organizing a clear picture of assets, debts and income
• Questions about valuing a business or professional interest
• Protecting accounts and records while the case is pending

Alimony and support after the 2023 changes

Florida changed its alimony laws in 2023, and the rules on duration and type now look different than they did a few years ago. We explain how courts weigh the length of the marriage, each spouse’s needs and ability to pay, and how child support is calculated separately under the state guidelines.

Marital agreements and discretion

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements can shape how property and support are handled. If one applies to you, we review what it says and how it may affect your case. Many clients also want a measured, private approach, and we discuss ways to keep the process focused and professional.

What to expect in a Miami-Dade family case

Cases are filed in the Eleventh Judicial Circuit. Most begin with a petition, financial disclosure and, when children are involved, a parenting plan and a required parenting course. Many matters resolve through negotiation or mediation, and we prepare you for either path.