St. Petersburg Divorce and Family Law Attorneys
Pinellas Family Lawyer provides experienced family law representation for individuals and families in St. Petersburg, Florida, and throughout Pinellas County.
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Family Law Guidance for St. Petersburg Residents
We focus exclusively on Florida family law and assist clients in St. Petersburg with both immediate legal concerns and long-term planning. Whether you are preparing to file a case or responding to an existing court order, we help you understand the process and what to expect under Florida law.
Divorce
Divorce can involve complex decisions about property, finances, and parenting. We help St. Petersburg clients with:
- Contested and uncontested divorces
- Divorce filings in Pinellas County Circuit Court
- Division of marital property and debts
- Alimony and spousal support issues
- Parenting plans and timesharing
- Child support matters
- Enforcement of final divorce judgments
Child Custody
For parents, child custody—referred to as timesharing in Florida—is often the most sensitive issue in a family law case. We assist St. Petersburg parents with:
- Creating parenting plans that reflect real‑life schedules
- Timesharing disputes and enforcement
- Parental responsibility concerns
- Relocation requests
- Modifications when circumstances change
Child Support
Child support issues often arise alongside custody and divorce cases. We assist with:
- Establishing child support under Florida guidelines
- Modifying child support after income or timesharing changes
- Enforcing unpaid child support
- Addressing disputes connected to custody modifications
Alimony
Alimony can be one of the most contested parts of a divorce. We represent clients dealing with:
- Temporary alimony during divorce
- Bridge‑the‑gap alimony
- Rehabilitative alimony
- Durational alimony
- Modifications or enforcement of alimony orders
Florida Name Change
We handle adult and minor name changes in Florida, including name changes connected to:
- Divorce or remarriage
- Family or personal reasons
- Minor children (with required consent or court approval)
St. Petersburg Family Law FAQs
Family law cases are handled in Pinellas County Circuit Court. The specific courthouse depends on the type of case and filing procedures.
The length of a divorce depends on whether it is contested, whether children are involved, and how quickly issues are resolved. Some cases conclude in a few months, while others take longer.
Yes. Florida law allows modifications when there has been a substantial change in circumstances, such as changes in income, work schedules, or parenting time.
Relocation can significantly affect custody and timesharing. Florida law has specific requirements for relocation cases, and these issues should be addressed carefully.
You are not required to have an attorney, but family law matters often involve long-term financial and parenting consequences. Legal guidance can help protect your interests and avoid costly mistakes.
Serving St. Petersburg and Central Pinellas County
When you contact our office, you can expect straightforward information about:
- How Florida family law works
- How cases are handled in Pinellas County courts
- What documents or information may be helpful
- What your next steps could look like
Speak With a St. Petersburg, FL Family Law Attorney
If you are facing divorce, custody, child support, alimony, a modification, or a name change in St. Petersburg, Florida, help is available.
Call (727) 538-7741 today to schedule your free phone consultation with Pinellas Family Lawyer.
FREE FAMILY LAW CONSULTATION
Call us today if you are contemplating divorce, have already been served with dissolution paperwork, or need help settling paternity or child custody disputes.
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