WITH COMPASSION AND INTEGRITY AS OUR CREED
WE’LL HELP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED
WITH COMPASSION AND INTEGRITY AS OUR CREED
WE’LL HELP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED
MEET YOUR ATTORNEY'S
OVER 40 YEARS OF COMBINED EXPERIENCE
INGRID HOOGLANDER
In 2008 after gaining years of experience under the watchful eyes of her predecessors, Ms. Hooglander opened her own private practice that has grown into what Brandon Legal Group is today.Her weight lifting and Kick Boxing training contribute to a reputation as a "force of nature" in both her personal life and her presence in the court room.
LUKE MATTSON
Mr. Mattson found his niche in family law and has focused his practice in that area since 2000. In particular, Luke often handles matters involving divorce, time-sharing, parenting plans, child support, alimony, paternity, and civil domestic violence. Mr. Mattson might look like he’s all business, but you'd be surprised to discover the incredible fun loving attitude he brings to the practice. When outside the courtroom, Mr. Mattson can often be found watching Lightning games or riding his bike around downtown Tampa.
Family Law Services
HIRING A LAWYER DOESN'T NEED TO BE DIFFICULT
DIVORCE
Whether you are looking to file for divorce or have been served with divorce papers, our experienced team of attorneys can help you make sure you receive what you're owed!
CHILD SUPPORT
Everyone wants to know "How Much" when it comes to child support. We run the guidelines and look at your financials to make sure you are not being taken advantage of.
TIME-SHARING
Time-sharing is the new name for custody. Having a time-sharing plan that works for both parents is an important part in any relationship between parents after a divorce or paternity case.
ALIMONY
Gone are the days of lifetime alimony. If you have been ordered to pay alimony or are receiving it and have a life change our attorneys may be able to help recalculate the payments.
PRENUP / POSTNUP
Prenups and Postnups have long thought of as betting against the marriage. Our attorneys can work to create an agreement that protects both you and your spouse throughout your marriage
OTHER SERVICES
In addition to our family law serivces we offer other legal services including, Mediation, Estate Planning, Criminal Defense, Persosonal Injury, Business Law, and Civil Litigation services.
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We believe this is the perfect way for us to evaluate your case, wile simultaneously providing you an opportunity to evaluate us!
FAMILY LAW MYTHS & FAQS
IF YOU DON’T KNOW, NOW YOU KNOW.
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Is Divorce Court a Requirement?
Possibly. Some courts will divorce parties without a hearing if a settlement is agreed upon. Some courts need a brief, uncontested hearing with just the petitioner. If you can’t agree, you’ll need a court hearing. Court can be expensive, especially if one side is granted the other’s attorney’s costs. “On the courthouse steps” agreements are common. The cost of going to court shouldn’t determine whether to settle or go to court.
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Can the Custodial Parent Deny Visitation?
Your children have a right to be loved by and spend time with both parents. Even if your kids say they don’t want to see their noncustodial parent, you can’t deny visitation. You can’t deny visitation because you dislike your ex. You can ask the court to amend your divorce’s visitation conditions if you believe your ex-spouse is harmful to your children. A divorce attorney can help.
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Will I Get Alimony?
The criteria for alimony include the list below, however, no two situations are the same. You will probably require legal assistance to evaluate how your specific case may affect alimony eligibility.
- Need
- Ability To Pay
- Length Of Marriage
- Health, Age & Lifestyle of both parties
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Do adulterers lose divorce cases?
This is no longer the case. Florida is a “no-fault” divorce state, meaning that one of the parties only needs to believe the marriage is irretrievably broken in order to file for divorce. “Fault” does not enter into the equation.
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Do kids choose which parent they live with?
Children, especially young children, are not mature enough to decide which parent they should be with, in the eyes of the court. The reasonable preference of the child (especially older children) is one of many factors that the courts must consider in deciding time-sharing. The number one factor, is always, “What is in the best interest of the children”.
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“First to file” has the advantage?
Who files for the divorce first has no bearing on the outcome of the divorce. Filing does have advantages, especially for the disadvantaged spouse. Until you file, there is no ability to petition for temporary relief for attorney fees, temporary child support, spousal support, etc.
