Can a divorce be stopped if the other party refuses? In the State of Florida, it cannot. The divorce will happen regardless. There are, however, options available when a spouse demands a divorce.
What if I Don’t Agree to a Divorce?
How to search for your court case online:
Learn how to search for your case online in just a few simple steps. You'll be able to see the Court docket and what has been filed.
Stepparent adoption-when the other parent is deceased:
Stepparent adoptions are common when one of the parents has been absent in the child's life, and the child's stepparent... Continue Reading →
Motion for Extension of Time:
You've been served and the deadline to respond is approaching. Can you request the Court for more time to submit a response? Yes! Find out how:
What is a Case Management Conference?
A Case Management Conference (CMC), sometimes referred to as a Status Hearing, is a hearing where the judge, the attorneys, and the parties meet to discuss the pending issues in the case. CMCs can also be used as a tool to help move your case along. Check out our latest blog post for more information!
How can I get in front of the Judge before Trial?
It's improper to communicate with the Judge outside Court. So, how can you request a decision on an issue before the case is over?
What is a Motion?
A motion is a written request to the court to obtain an order on a specific issue. Find out what the most common types of Motions are:
Summary Procedure and Computation of Time
Unlike general legal actions, summary procedure provides certain plaintiffs to an action an expedited consideration of disputes. The timeframe for responding to an action is 5 days after service, as opposed to the standard 20 days for general actions.