Family Law Attorney Orlando
Your family’s emotional needs don’t disappear during a divorce, paternity, or child support case. In fact, these are the moments when you most need the support and guidance of an experienced legal mentor.
At Leap Frog Divorce, family law is not only our sole focus; it’s our mission. We specialize in navigating the emotional needs of our clients and their families to find the solutions that work best for everyone involved.
Our approach isn’t based in hostility or trying to get “the upper hand.” Rather, we focus on healthy dispute resolution to minimize the financial and emotional impact of your family law case.
We understand that the decisions made here have a strong and lasting impact on your family. Throughout your case, we will work tirelessly to put you and your children’s needs first.
Why Choose Leap Frog Divorce?
At our Orlando family law firm, we represent our clients by making our priorities the same as theirs. Throughout your case, we will consider the needs of you and your children to facilitate a smoother, easier divorce.
Family-Centric Approach
Parental Support
Legal Mastery
Dispute Resolution
Family Law Made Simple
At Leap Frog Divorce, family law is not about winning or losing. It’s about crafting solutions that are fair and appropriate for everyone involved, including your children. Florida’s guiding principles for family law are the same as our own and we put the health and stability of your family first at every step.
Dispute Resolution
It has been repeatedly demonstrated that spouses and parents are more likely to follow their own private agreements than decisions imposed on them by a court. Our revolutionary co-mediation technique not only encourages reasonable settlement, it leads to more satisfied families.
Cost-Effective Care
Protracted litigation wastes your family’s valuable financial resources, leaving less for you and your children. We are specialized in a variety of interventions that minimize costs while maximizing your legal outcome.
Litigation Experience
The vast majority of family law cases (95%) are able to conclude via settlement. However, if your case proceeds to trial, you want to know that you have an experienced trial attorney on your side.
Family Law Practice Areas
Divorce
The breakup of a marriage doesn’t just encompass a variety of emotions, but a multitude of issues as well.
The divorce process should look at custody, visitation, division of property, spousal and child support, and more to make sure your rights are fully represented. Similarly, your attorney should inform you of the many options available, such as Collaborative Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Simplified Divorce, Mediated Divorce, Kitchen Table Negotiated Divorce, Cooperative Divorce, and Litigated Divorce. Depending upon your situation, your divorce could be completed in as little as 2 months.
Prenuptial and Post-nuptial Agreements
Sometimes it is important to put protections in place—either before or after your wedding day—that will determine how things will happen in the event of a future divorce. These agreements can protect assets and can eliminate or limit things like spousal support.
Whatever your goal is, having a well-crafted marital agreement prepared by a lawyer can make the difference between it being enforceable or not.
Spousal Support
If one spouse earns significantly more than the other, the financial strain of a divorce or separation can be hard to bear. But you don’t have to get divorced to request spousal support.
If your spouse has the ability to contribute to your financial support and fails to do so, you may apply to the court for spousal support, also known as alimony. There are different types of spousal support and each type is designed for a specific purpose. We’ll help guide you to the right options.
Mediation
Many couples see mediation as a last-ditch effort to save their case. In reality, mediation is a private and cost-effective way of resolving your disputes and keeping the control in your hands.
At Leap Frog Divorce, we practice an unprecedented co-mediation model that gives you the benefit of two certified family mediators. This model provides additional perspective and insight and is designed for optimal peace during your mediation.
Coaching
Family law can be complicated. Let Leap Frog coach you through the issues related to your case and create confidence in your decisions.
Whether you’re managing your case without a lawyer or just want additional guidance through the non-legal aspects of your case, we’ll help you untangle the web of misinformation and reach peace of mind.
Child Custody & Visitation
Decades ago, it may have been true that “the mother always gets custody of the kids.” These days, however, Florida courts now place a high priority on giving both parents joint parental responsibility (i.e. custody) and time-sharing (i.e. visitation) rights.
As a result, most law firms will encourage their clients to give up the idea of sole custody, regardless of any other circumstances. At Leap Frog Divorce, our child visitation attorneys will ask detailed questions about your family dynamic and lifestyle to develop a Parenting Plan that is in the best interests of the children.
Modification
It’s one of the first lessons we learn as children: Things change! This means that the original decisions made regarding custody, visitation, child support, or alimony may no longer apply.
The good news is that the decisions regarding your family law case aren’t always set in stone. It is possible to modify a court order to make sure that the judgements relating to your family remain fair, even when situations change.
Enforcement
The judge’s word is law—literally. So why is your ex taking the court’s order more like a suggestion?
Whether they are withholding support payments or refusing to transfer your rightful property, you are entitled to the rights granted you by the court. Let our family law attorneys help enforce these decisions to maintain justice.
Paternity
Planned or unplanned—pregnancy and childbirth do happen. And if you are not married, establishing paternity can be crucial at getting child support or establishing your legal rights. Unfortunately, this is a complex legal area involving a variety of factors, such as the marital status of the mother, the state where the child was conceived, and the age of the child.
Every child deserves to have parents who love them and support them. At Leap Frog Divorce, we put their needs first.
Guardian Ad Litem
In a high-conflict divorce or custody hearing, it can be difficult to determine the child’s best interests. In cases like this (or when there are concerns about the child’s safety), Florida courts are obligated to appoint a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) to act as a neutral third-party regarding the child’s interests.
As a court appointed GAL and paralegal, April Phillips is well qualified to act on behalf of children with compassion and skill.
Ready To Leap Into Action?
When it comes to matters of family law, it can be hard to know when you’ve made the right decision. At Leap Frog Divorce, our approach is designed to give you maximum peace and security.
Learn More About Us
A.J. Grossman
Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator
Kiki Grossman
Lead Conflict Resolution Specialist • Attorney at Law
April Phillips
Guardian Ad Litem • Trial Paralegal
Brett Castro
Discovery Paralegal
