Alimony Attorneys
Whether you are in need of a divorce, or have a final judgement that
needs tweaking, Our experienced family attorneys are here to help.
Alimony
Dissolving your marriage often means a change in financial circumstances for one or both parties. Alimony may be awarded to a party in order to help maintain a certain standard of living. Some reasons for this include but are not limited to being the lower wage earner or being a stay-at-home parent.
Our experienced attorneys can advise you on the entire alimony process including possible payment amounts, durational alimony, or permanent alimony. When an agreement cannot be reached, the court will decide if alimony is necessary and specify an amount.
FLORIDA ALIMONY MYTHS & FAQS
IF YOU DON’T KNOW, NOW YOU KNOW.
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How long is Alimony paid for?
Following Florida’s family laws, Alimony or spousal Support may be granted temporarily and is frequently paid for a predetermined time. By agreement of the parties, Alimony or maintenance may also be renegotiated or left unchanged. How long you were married is one of many variables affecting maintenance length.
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Can Alimony be changed?
In Florida, unless the parties agree otherwise, the court can change maintenance. The parties may decide upon the amount and duration of maintenance. If maintenance can be changed, it will remain changeable (unless later on it is terminated or the parties agree to something else).
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Alimony vs Child Support, what’s the difference?
Both maintenance and child support payments support the necessities of a family, but they are based on two legal frameworks. The amount paid for one payment can affect the amount of the other, even though each payment is distinct from the others.
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Case Study: Because legal issues rarely stand their own
In Florida, new family laws make getting post-divorce support tougher, especially for those who’ve put careers aside for their families. This is a big deal for people who’ve been out of work, focusing on home or their partner’s success, and now face divorce under strict rules.
Brandon Legal Group (BLG) is the firm for these tough cases. Imagine someone without recent work experience navigating these harsh laws. That’s where BLG excels, fighting for fair support when laws aren’t on your side. They’re about fairness and making sure everyone gets a chance, no matter the legal hurdles. BLG is your ally in these challenging times, ready to stand up for what’s right.
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.
