Melbourne - Brevard County - Divorce Lawyers
Smart Counsel for Contested or Uncontested Divorce
For all the emotions and drama, a divorce really comes down to a business deal. If you are still on speaking terms, it should be possible to forge a fair settlement you both can live with. Even if you must go to court, it doesn't have to be a drawn-out battle. At Morgan & Barbary, we emphasize out-of-court resolution over litigation in marital property division.
Getting Divorced in Brevard County, Florida?
Our experienced attorneys represent men or women in Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville and throughout the county, including Air Force personnel stationed in Florida. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.
Uncontested Divorce: Working Out a Reasonable Settlement
Sometimes a previous lawyer has raised expectations of "taking your spouse to the cleaners." Punishing a spouse through divorce litigation is not realistic or productive. At trial, the court will split assets and marital debt equally. And alimony has more to do with the length of your marriage than the skill of your attorney.
Patrick Barbary handles uncontested divorce, helping clients get past the emotions to hash out a fair marital separation agreement. Most cases can be resolved for $1,000 plus filing fees. Mr. Barbary drafts clear and enforceable agreements that reduce the likelihood of later disputes.
Divorce Litigation: Complex Issues in Property Division
If your and your spouse are unable to come to terms — or even to sit down to negotiate — it may necessary to go to court to resolve distribution of property. David Arthur is a veteran trial lawyer who can protect your interests regarding divorce and asset protection:
- Accurate valuation of businesses or professional practices, the house, retirement funds, investments and possessions
- Selling the marital home or negotiating trade-offs so one spouse can stay in residence
- Defining assets as marital or non-marital property, including litigation of prenuptial or post-marital agreements
Alimony
Spousal support is rarely granted if you were married less than 10 years, but commonly awarded in marriages of 20 or more years. It is critical to have solid legal advice, especially when negotiating alimony out of court. An agreement to pay $1,000 a month adds up to a lot of money over time, especially if a court is unlikely to award any support at all!
Whether you have a considerable marital estate or few assets to divide, Morgan & Barbary offers sharp legal counsel and focused litigation aimed at resolving your divorce as cleanly and cost-effectively as possible. Contact our Melbourne law office at 321-473-3276 or toll-free 866-620-3523 to arrange a confidential consultation.
