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Orlando

Divorce Attorney

Your marriage may be ending, but your peace of mind doesn’t have to.

Leap Frog Divorce helps Orlando families resolve divorce with less conflict, more clarity, and a focused legal team that practices family law and nothing else.

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Is Leap Frog Divorce Right For You?

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This service may be a good fit if:

  • You've decided your marriage is over and want a clear path forward
  • Your spouse has filed for divorce and you need someone in your corner
  • You and your spouse want to separate without a lengthy court battle
  • You have children, shared property, or a business and want to protect what matters
  • You're weighing options like collaborative divorce, mediation, or an uncontested filing
  • You want a divorce attorney who focuses on family law full time
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How It Looks

What Divorce Looks Like Under Florida Law

Florida treats divorce, formally called Dissolution of Marriage, differently than many other states. Knowing the rules before you file helps you avoid surprises and start from a stronger position.

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Florida is a no-fault state

You don't have to prove cheating, abandonment, or any other bad behavior to get divorced. The only requirement is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. The other accepted ground is mental incapacity, which requires the spouse to have been formally adjudicated incapacitated for at least three years.

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Florida residency is required

At least one spouse must have lived in Florida for six months before filing. Proof can come from a Florida driver's license, voter registration, vehicle tag, employment records, utility payments, or property ownership. Active military members stationed in Florida, or who lived here before service without establishing permanent residence elsewhere, generally qualify as residents.

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Florida does not formally recognize legal separation

Unlike some states, Florida won't grant a formal separation. However, courts will enforce a valid written separation agreement between spouses who want to live apart while remaining married.

04.

Common law marriage is limited

Florida stopped recognizing new common law marriages in 1968. If you entered a common law marriage before then, or one that was valid in another state that still recognizes it, Florida will honor it.

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Where you file matters

Most Orlando divorces are filed in the county where the couple last lived together as spouses with the intention to remain married. Couples can also agree to file in another county.

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What Divorce Feels Like, And Why It's Manageable

A failing marriage can feel like everything is falling apart at once. Your relationship, your finances, and even your bond with your children can all feel uncertain. Feeling ashamed, scared, angry, or worn out is normal. So is wondering how you’ll get through it.

A failing marriage is painful. Your divorce doesn’t have to be. With the right legal guide, you keep control of the major decisions, avoid unnecessary conflict, and finish with a foundation you can build on.

What changes for you depends on your circumstances, but most Orlando clients walk away with clarity around:

  • Where you and your children will live
  • How parenting time and decision-making will be shared
  • How marital assets and debts will be divided
  • Whether spousal support is appropriate, and for how long
  • How child support will be calculated
  • How long the process will take and what it will cost
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Issues We Help With

Six Core Issues In An Orlando Divorce

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Parental Responsibility (Custody)

Florida starts with shared parental responsibility, meaning both parents share major decisions about education, healthcare, and upbringing. We help you reach a parenting plan that protects your children and reflects what's actually best for your family.
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Time-Sharing (Visitation)

Both parents have the right to frequent and continuing contact with their children. Florida courts don't favor one parent over the other or assume any particular schedule. We work to build a time-sharing arrangement that fits your work, your kids, and your home.
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Equitable Distribution (Splitting Assets and Debts)

Florida law starts with the idea that marital property and debts should be split equally, unless there's a reason not to. Identifying what's marital, what's non-marital, and what each item is actually worth is where careful legal work makes the biggest financial difference.
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Alimony (Spousal Support)

Courts consider one spouse's need for support and the other's ability to pay, along with a long list of statutory factors. Whether you may pay alimony or receive it, we'll push for a fair outcome under Florida's current law.
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Child Support

Florida uses a formula based on each parent's income, the time-sharing schedule, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses. We make sure the numbers reflect reality and that the result supports your children without placing an unfair load on either parent.
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Attorney's Fees and Name Restoration

Florida courts can order one spouse to contribute to the other's legal fees so both sides have access to competent representation. We also handle name restoration as part of the final judgment, so a spouse who wants to return to a former name doesn't have to file separately later.

Why You Need A Family Law Attorney For Your Divorce

Divorce is widely ranked as the second most stressful life event a person can go through. Mistakes made early in the process can follow you for years, sometimes decades, especially when children, retirement accounts, or businesses are involved.

A general practice attorney who handles a little of everything won’t catch what a focused divorce lawyer will. You want someone who lives in family law every day. You want someone who is familiar with the family law judges, familiar with the family law mediators, and how to spot financial maneuvers that may negatively impact your financial future.

Going it alone, or relying on online forms, can cost you in hidden ways. People often agree to terms they don’t fully grasp, miss important deadlines, or sign away rights they didn’t know they had. A skilled attorney protects you from those quiet but expensive errors and gives you a steady hand during a chaotic time.

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How It Works

The Florida Divorce Process, Step By Step

01.

Filing the Petition

Only one spouse needs to file the Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. The other spouse does not have to agree to start the case. Filing kicks off the legal timeline.

02.

Confirming Residency and Service

Florida residency requirements are confirmed, and the other spouse is formally served with the petition. They then have a set window to respond.

03.

Financial Disclosure

Both spouses are required to exchange detailed financial information, including income, assets, debts, and expenses. Honest, complete disclosure is the foundation of a fair outcome.

04.

Choosing Your Path

This is where you decide how to resolve the case. Most Orlando divorces settle through negotiation, mediation, or the collaborative process. Only a small share ever go to trial.

05.

Reaching An Agreement

You and your spouse work toward a marital settlement agreement covering parenting, finances, and everything in between. If you have children, a parenting plan is required.

06.

Final Judgment

The court reviews and signs your agreement, or in a contested case, issues a ruling after trial. The marriage is officially dissolved, and the terms become enforceable.

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What If Your Divorce Gets More Complicated?

Most divorces don’t move in a straight line. You may start in a calm place and hit a hard disagreement, or start in conflict and find common ground halfway through. We meet you wherever your case actually is.

If kitchen-table talks break down, we can shift you to mediation or the collaborative process so a neutral third party or a trained team can help move things forward.

If new issues surface, like a hidden account, a business that needs valuing, allegations involving the children, or a spouse refusing to cooperate, we adjust strategy. That can mean bringing in a forensic accountant, a business valuation expert, a child specialist, or pursuing court intervention.

If the case has to go to court, we’re ready. While most contested cases settle before trial, if yours requires a Judge’s ruling, you want an attorney who has been there. Litigation is more expensive and takes longer, often well over a year, and high-conflict trials can cost more than $100,000. Sometimes it’s still the right call to protect what matters.

You’re not locked into one option from day one. The right path can shift, and your legal team should shift with it.

The Leap Frog Difference

We do one thing: family law and divorce. No criminal cases, no personal injury, no real estate closings on the side. Every attorney on our team is focused fully on helping people through divorce and divorce-related matters.

Our approach rests on three ideas:

Your Life, Your Divorce

We start by listening. Before any strategy, we want to know what your life looks like, what your goals are, and what outcome would feel like a win for you and your family.

On Your Side, Every Step

We build a plan around your priorities and stay there through filing, financial disclosure, negotiation, and resolution. You always know what's happening and what comes next.

The Next Chapter, Sooner

Our goal is to get you to the next phase of your life with stability and confidence. That means resolving things efficiently, protecting your finances, and keeping conflict as low as your situation allows.

We also offer multiple paths, including collaborative divorce, mediation, uncontested and simplified divorce, and full litigation when it’s needed. You shouldn’t be forced into a one-size approach.

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Testimonials

Legal Excellence Through Client Experiences.

Our clients’ words reflect what matters most to us:  clarity, trust, and guidance through one of life’s hardest transitions.

John Needle in a Haystack

Finding the right law firm, the right attorney, can be like finding a needle in a haystack. I found that needle in the haystack with Leapfrog Divorce Law Firm. From their paralegal (Kolby) to my attorney (Banda) I could not have been blessed more by God. The Leap Frog team were always Johnny on the spot for me whenever I needed them.

Jeremy Clear Guidance

From the first moment I talked with AJ, I was given a clear outline of the process, my options, and the costs. Every step of the way, the team was there for me. I worked closely with April on the paperwork. They answered questions quickly, put my mind at ease during a very difficult time, and helped me reach a fair settlement. Thank you.

Alisa Professional and Caring

A.J. Grossman handled a post-divorce matter for me, and he was kind, thoughtful, and responsive. His professional and caring demeanor provided support and expert guidance. His fee was very fair, and he resolved the matter quickly and efficiently, exactly as I requested. I highly recommend his family law services to anyone in need.

Charlotte Exactly What I Needed

Mr. Grossman was exactly what I wanted and needed in an attorney. He was proficient, professional, and fought for me and what was right. He and his team were always there when I needed them. I would refer him to any family member or friend without question. Awesome job. Thanks again and blessings to you and your circle of love always.

Monica A Lawyer Who Truly Cares

A.J.’s expertise and professionalism are top notch. I appreciated the time and effort he put into my case and my needs. I can’t thank him enough for his empathy, the confidence he gave me, and for listening to everything I shared. He made me feel validated and never made my problems feel minute. An actual lawyer who truly cares.

Kim Kindness and Compassion

A.J. Grossman and April Phillips were both wonderful during a time of stress and uncertainty. They always treated me with kindness, compassion, and professionalism. I can’t thank them enough for taking my case and providing exceptional legal service and support. I would recommend Leap Frog Divorce to anyone. Outstanding professionals.

Norman Very Pleased With the Outcome

AJ was great to work with. I was nervous about divorce and concerned about reaching an equitable custody arrangement. AJ answered my questions, explained the law, eased my concerns, helped move the divorce along quickly, and made sure the mediated agreement included the things that were important to me. I was very pleased with the outcome.

Jeff Straight A’s Across the Board

Leap Frog gets straight A’s across the board. I worked primarily with April, Attorney A.J. Grossman’s long-time paralegal. She is exceptionally knowledgeable, experienced, detail oriented, and always carried through with everything she said she would do, while keeping to a very tight timetable during a stressful divorce process.

Our Team

Meet Your Leap Frog Divorce Team

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A.J. Grossman

Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator

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Kiki Grossman

Lead Conflict Resolution Specialist • Attorney at Law

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Banda Nadeau

Attorney at Law • Certified Family Mediator

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April Phillips

Litigation & Trial Paralegal • Certified Guardian Ad Litem

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Brett Castro

FRP, Discovery Specialist

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Yarissa Castillo

Paralegal

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Brianna Hendricks

Legal Assistant

Frequently Asked Questions
About Divorce In Orlando

How long does a divorce take in Florida?

It depends on the path. A simplified or uncontested divorce can be finalized in a few weeks to a few months. Most collaborative divorces finish in less than 12 months. Contested cases that go to trial often take a year or more, sometimes two.

No. Florida is a no-fault state. You only have to show the marriage is irretrievably broken. The only other ground is mental incapacity that has been formally adjudicated for at least three years.

Yes. In Florida, only one spouse needs to file. Your spouse cannot block the divorce simply by refusing to participate.

Florida uses equitable distribution. Courts begin with the premise that marital assets and debts should be split equally, unless there’s a justifiable reason to divide them differently. Non-marital property generally stays with the original owner.

Florida uses a statutory formula based on each parent’s income, the time-sharing schedule, healthcare costs, daycare costs, and a few other factors. The result is a guideline number that the court will order in most cases.

Costs vary widely. A simplified or uncontested divorce can be very affordable. Mediation and collaborative cases tend to cost less than full litigation. A trial-level contested divorce can run into tens of thousands of dollars, and in high-conflict or high-asset cases, more than $100,000.

At least one spouse must have been a Florida resident for six months before filing. Residency can be shown through a driver’s license, voter registration, vehicle tag, utility records, or other proof of permanent presence in the state.

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Ready To Take The Next Step?

Starting a divorce is hard. Doing it without the right legal team is harder. At Leap Frog Divorce, we focus on family law and divorce only. We’re ready to walk you through your options, answer your questions, and help you protect what matters most.

Call us today at 407-377-7108 or schedule your consultation online. Tell us what’s going on, and we’ll get back to you quickly.

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