Florida is a no-fault divorce state, meaning neither spouse needs to prove misconduct to obtain a dissolution of marriage. The only required grounds are that the marriage is "irretrievably broken" — a standard that is straightforward to meet. What takes time and legal attention is not the grounds themselves but the resolution of the issues that surround the dissolution: property division, alimony, and parenting arrangements where children are involved. For Sunrise residents, Broward County's family court handles these matters, and mandatory mediation is required before a contested case proceeds to a final hearing.
A family law attorney in Sunrise helps clients understand from the outset what their specific case involves and how long the process is realistically likely to take. Brodzki Jacobs provides that orientation at the first consultation, so clients can plan accordingly and make informed decisions at each stage of the proceeding.
