Orlando Alimony Attorney
Advocating for You in All Spousal Support Matters
The issue of alimony, otherwise known as spousal support or maintenance, is sometimes a hotly disputed issue in divorce. Florida laws regarding alimony are complex and give judges far more discretion in awarding or denying it than in other financial matters related to divorce. Furthermore, current thinking on the matter favors eliminating lifetime alimony as a viable option in divorce.
Whether you are seeking or contesting alimony in your divorce, you will need a strong advocate who understands this issue and how local courts determine it. The Law Office of Paulette Hamilton, P.A. can provide the guidance and strong representation you need in court or at the negotiating table.
Our Orlando alimony lawyers are here to give you honest advice and realistic expectations based on your marital history and financial situation. We are also here to fight for a positive outcome no matter the circumstances.
Call The Law Office of Paulette Hamilton, P.A. at (407) 624-5344 or contact us online to speak with our Orlando alimony attorney today.
Alimony in Florida Divorces
Once marital property has been divided, the court will then decide the issue of alimony should one party request it.
Florida awards different types of alimony:
- Durational, which is received for a specific period of time
- Rehabilitative, which is received for a limited period of time during which the receiving spouse obtains an education, training, or the skills to become financially independent
- Bridge-the-gap, which is received while making the transition to being a single person, providing financial support for necessities such as a vehicle or a home
How Long Do You Have to Be Married in Florida to Get Alimony?
Temporary alimony may be awarded to the lower-earning spouse while the divorce process is in progress. In high-asset cases, it may be awarded as a lump sum as opposed to monthly payments.
All alimony awards are based on factors, including each party’s marital and work histories, financial resources, the length of the marriage, and the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage.
Our Orlando Alimony Lawyers Can Help
Our Orlando alimony attorneys can give you honest and results-driven guidance on your right to seek or dispute alimony payments. We fight hard to help you achieve your legal objectives in this issue as well as all other divorce matters.
Call (407) 624-5344 to arrange a consultation with our Orlando alimony attorney about your case.
Our Clients Are an Extension of Our Family
Read the Opinions That Matter Most
-
"Honest and upfront with me from the very beginning."I hired Ms. Hamilton for a divorce approximately a year and a half ago. She was my second attorney in my divorce case. I have learned when hiring an attorney you must find someone who you can work with to achieve a resolution in your case. She was honest and upfront with me from the very beginning about the remaining cost and attorney fees in my case. She remained poised and encouraging even though I was going through an emotional breakdown at times. I would highly recommend her services to anyone going through a divorce.- A Satisfied Client
-
"I couldn't be happier with the results."Ms. Hamilton represented me on a personal injury lawsuit. While representing me, Ms. Hamilton and her staff were extremely kind and passionate about my case. Ms. Hamilton went above and beyond while working on my case and I couldn't be happier with the results.- Winnie D.
-
"Mrs. Hamilton is a great family law attorney."Mrs. Hamilton is a great family law attorney, she assisted me by going above and beyond throughout the course of my very complicated case. I highly recommend her. Her assistant Vanessa was always helpful and patient with helping me understand the process that I was highly confused about as this was my first court proceeding. Thank you!
-
"I will never forget how kind she was during such a low time in my life."Mrs. Hamilton is very compassionate. She helped me and my husband file bankruptcy and I will never forget how kind she was during such a low time in my life. She took the time to explain the entire process to me and my husband and helped us get through our bankruptcy. She is very knowledgeable and I would recommend her to anyone considering bankruptcy.- A Satisfied Client
-
"Attorney Hamilton's professionalism, timeliness and results are unmatched"Attorney Hamilton has handled my legal matters for both my business as well as personal over the years. Her professionalism, timeliness, and results are unmatched. She is truly an expert in her field and recommends her to anyone to handle their legal matters.- Michael Orlando
-
"Excellent choice of professionals to work with."Paulette Hamilton is great a what she does and is a person that truly cares about others well being. And because of her heart and continually proven knowledge and skills, she does all she can until you receive a favorable outcome. Paulette's staff is also very comforting and welcoming. Excellent choice of
professionals to work with. Also, Thank you, Rosanna, for your attentiveness on helping to get things done.- Nahjair L. -
"From the first day I walked into her office I felt at ease."Best law firm. Ms. Hamilton and her staff are amazing. From the first day I walked into her office I felt at ease. I highly recommend her to anyone needing legal help.- S.D.
-
"she truly is a shining example of what it means to be the hands and feet of Goodness."Paulette Hamilton, Esquire, is exclusively a 5-star attorney. She and her staff are helpful, patient, caring and empathetic to the human conditions of need, pain, stress, and burden.
Since meeting and entrusting her, my life has turned drastically in the right direction. Without her diligence and advisement, I would still be exactly in the spot I was in four short months ago.
Although I entered myself into a financial crisis, in both controllable and uncontrollable ways, she helped me right myself and educated me to exact my focus and energy on being a financially solvent consumer-citizen. I cannot thank her enough for that blessing; she truly is a shining example of what it means to be the hands and feet of Goodness.- Steven M.
