St. Petersburg Family Law Attorney
Largo Divorce Lawyer
The law firm of Christina L. Sandvoss P.A. in St. Petersburg is a personal family law practice. I provide a full range of family law services for clients in Florida.
For compassionate and dedicated family law representation, contact my office by e-mail or call 727-498-4418 or 813-699-5442. I offer a free initial consultation in divorce cases.
Florida Divorce (Dissolution of Marriage)
All divorces are difficult, whether they are contested, uncontested, involve debt or involve dividing valuable assets. It helps to have the counsel of a female lawyer who can help you decide your best and worst day in court while listening to all of your issues.
Child Custody, Visitation and Support
Florida law has made significant changes since October 1, 2008. Florida has taken the term "custody" and is using a parenting plan to resolve issues regarding what was previously termed custody. I can walk you through the custody and child support issues and any relocation concerns that arise in your divorce.
DCF Actions and Termination of Parental Rights Defense
As a former child welfare investigator and state prosecutor, I know how DCF investigators think, how the state prosecutes these cases and what case law is used by judges to make decisions.
Domestic Violence Injunctions
I represent victims of domestic violence, as well as people who are accused of domestic violence.
Property and Debt Division
All marital assets and liabilities or debts will be divided, including houses, cars, furniture, retirement plans and savings accounts. If you and your spouse can decide on how to divide marital property, that choice may be better than letting the judge decide how to divide your assets.
Paternity and Unmarried Parents' Issues
If you are listed on your child's birth certificate as the father, it doesn't mean you have visitation rights or legal custody. Only a court can confer custody and visitation rights to an unmarried father once an order has been entered. It is imperative, as an unwed father, to follow certain procedures to protect your rights.
Alimony
Florida courts will look at several factors and case law in determining whether to award alimony as part of a divorce order.
Adoption
Protecting children and serving their best interests has been one of the constants in my legal career. One of the best ways I can do that is by helping to bring children into a loving, forever home.
Contact a Family Law Attorney for a Consultation
To discuss your case with me, attorney Christina Sandvoss, call 727-498-4418, 813-699-5442 or send me an e-mail.
