FAQs Archive - Page 2 of 3 - Divorce Attorney Weston Florida

Q: What are the requirements for the Flat Fee Uncontested Divorce?

You or your spouse must have been a resident of Florida for at least six months (any county in Florida). It does not matter in which county you live now. To learn if you qualify for the Flat Fee Uncontested Divorce service, please contact Liliana L Guarino.

Q: What happens if my spouse wants to make changes to the paperwork?

My goal is to head this off from happening. You will provide me with a list of what you and your spouse have already agreed to, including: parental responsibility, timesharing, division of assets and liabilities, alimony, child support, and any other topics important to the two of you. After the agreement is formalized, minor edits are included.

Q: How long after the paperwork is filed before the final hearing is held?

I can set the hearing date and time to one that is agreeable to all parties. And, as your attorney, should something come up I can change the date for no additional fee.

Q: Can I get my name changed during the Mediation process?

Name changes are included in the package purchased from the court house. Name change is an option. There is no additional charge for changing your name if done during the final divorce stage with the courts. Name changes require personal appearance. If someone decides to change a name after the divorce that would be a separate petition.

Q: What happens once the Mediation agreement is completed?

The Settlement Agreement and Parenting Plan are the final deliverables. Next you must purchase a package for divorce at the courthouse. Fill out the forms and file the petition for divorce without an attorney. Only the petitioner appears for a final hearing where the judge signs a final judgement of the dissolution of marriage. No attorney is necessary. Mediators cannot file papers or appear with them in front of the judge.

Q: Why is Mediation less expensive than divorce?

You do not pay for 2 lawyers, only one mediator. Mediation allows for the minimum of court intervention.

Q: Is Mediation Confidential?

Mediation is confidential. Should you choose divorce after attempting mediation, no information conveyed during the mediation can be divulged in court. Both parties sign a disclaimer that they understand how the process works.

Q: What is the role of a Family Mediator?

A Family Mediator is a facilitator that acts as a neutral party. They do not represent either party. Both parties are always present. They dictate their goals to the mediator. A mediator asks questions and provides options without giving legal advice. The mediator prepares the agreement.

Q: What are reasons for choosing Family Mediation?

Mediation is less expensive than divorce. With mediation, you do not retain a lawyer. Mediation allows the both of you to make important decisions instead of leaving it up to a judge.

Q: Are we a good fit for Family Mediation?

If you and your spouse can work together. If you both make decisions based on the best interest of the children and are committed to maintain that relationship for the children you are good candidates for Family Mediation.

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