Divorce brings immediate questions: What happens to the children? Can I stay in the house? What will I owe, or receive, in support? You deserve clear answers before making decisions that affect your family and finances for years.
At Farber Law, P.A., attorney Helena Y. Farber represents people across Broward County in divorce and related family law matters. She helps clients identify what matters most, understand their options, and work toward a resolution that makes sense for life after the divorce. When an agreement is possible, she pursues it thoughtfully. When court action is necessary, she is prepared to advocate for you.
Talk with a Broward County divorce attorney. Call 305-520-9205 or request a consultation.
Divorce Guidance Built Around Your Priorities
No two families have the same finances, parenting arrangements, or level of conflict. Your case may involve an agreement that needs careful review, a spouse who refuses to negotiate, or urgent questions about children and shared expenses. Farber Law builds a plan around your circumstances.
Attorney Farber’s philosophy is “Thinking Beyond the Courtroom.” That means considering how a proposed settlement will actually work: where your children will go to school, how shared expenses will be paid, whether the house is affordable after divorce, and what happens if a former spouse fails to follow an order.
Contested and Uncontested Divorce
Even when spouses agree to divorce, the details deserve attention. A workable marital settlement agreement should address assets, debts, support, and, when there are children, a parenting plan. If you and your spouse disagree, Helena can help you assess the issues, prepare for negotiation or mediation, and present your position in court when needed. Learn more about the firm’s Florida divorce representation.
Parenting Plans, Time-Sharing, and Child Support
For parents, the important question is how a plan will function on ordinary school days, weekends, holidays, and during travel between homes. Farber Law assists with parenting plans, parental responsibility, time-sharing, and child support. Florida courts decide parenting issues based on the child’s best interests; state law addresses an equal time-sharing presumption and the circumstances in which it can be rebutted. Your family’s circumstances, including safety concerns, matter.
Marital Property, Debts, and the Home
The marital home, a business, retirement savings, credit card debt, and assets acquired before marriage can raise different legal and practical questions. Helena helps clients identify what they own and owe, evaluate proposed divisions, and consider the financial consequences of keeping or selling property. Under Florida’s equitable distribution law, courts begin with an equal distribution premise for marital assets and liabilities, but relevant circumstances may justify a different result. That does not mean every individual asset must be split in half.
Alimony and Financial Support
Whether you are requesting alimony or responding to a request, the details of income, expenses, earning capacity, and the marriage matter. Florida law requires consideration of need and ability to pay, along with other applicable factors. Farber Law helps clients assess support proposals using their actual financial records.
Have you been served with divorce papers, or are you considering filing? Call 305-520-9205 to discuss your next step.
How a Divorce Case Moves Forward in Broward County
A divorce is called a dissolution of marriage in Florida. Cases filed in Broward County go through the Family Division of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit. The Broward County Clerk of Courts explains the available divorce filing paths, including simplified dissolution for couples who meet specific requirements and regular dissolution for other situations.
- Understand your starting point. We discuss your goals, whether a case has already been filed, children’s needs, shared finances, and any immediate concerns. One spouse generally must have lived in Florida for at least six months before filing for dissolution under Florida Statutes § 61.021.
- Identify the issues and gather records. Financial documents, information about assets and debts, and the children’s current routines help clarify what must be resolved. If you already received court papers, bring them to your consultation.
- Address immediate needs. Depending on the facts, a case may require attention to temporary arrangements for children, use of the home, or support while the divorce is pending. Broward’s Family Division notes that a status quo temporary order may apply.
- Pursue a resolution. Negotiation and mediation may help resolve some or all issues. If a fair agreement cannot be reached, the remaining issues may need to be decided by the court.
- Put the final terms into effect. A signed agreement or final judgment should give you workable directions for property, support, and parenting. If a later dispute arises, Farber Law also handles enforcement and post-judgment matters.
The right path depends on the facts of your case. The first conversation identifies the steps likely to matter in your situation.
Why Broward Families Choose Helena Y. Farber
Helena focuses her practice on divorce and family law. Before founding her firm, she worked with an established Broward family law practice and gained courtroom experience in Fort Lauderdale. Her background in psychology informs the way she listens, explains options, and helps clients plan for the effects of a divorce beyond the final hearing.
Farber Law’s office is at 1970 West Dixie Highway, Suite 412, Aventura, FL 33180. Helena represents clients in Broward and Miami-Dade counties and speaks Russian fluently. Broward residents can work with Helena through the firm’s Aventura office. Meet attorney Helena Y. Farber.
Serving Clients Throughout Broward County
Farber Law helps people facing divorce in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Davie, Cooper City, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, and other Broward County communities. If you want information focused on your city, see the firm’s pages for Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Davie, and Cooper City.
Broward County Divorce: Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I file for divorce if I live in Broward County?
Divorce cases properly filed in Broward go through the Family Division of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit. The Broward County Clerk identifies the Broward County Courthouse at 201 SE 6th Street in Fort Lauderdale as the place to file a divorce petition. Where your case should be filed can depend on more than your current address, particularly if your spouse or children live elsewhere. An attorney can assess venue and any related jurisdiction questions before filing.
How long does a Broward County divorce take?
There is no reliable single timeline. An agreement on property and parenting, complete financial information, court scheduling, and any contested issues all affect how a case progresses. During a consultation, Helena can explain the likely stages and the factors that affect timing.
Can I get a divorce if my spouse does not agree?
You can discuss filing even if your spouse will not cooperate. A contested case can proceed through the court process, but the procedure and relief available depend on the facts. Speak with an attorney before assuming silence or refusal will resolve the case automatically.
Is property always divided 50/50 in Florida?
No fixed 50/50 division applies to each individual item. Florida’s equitable distribution law starts from the premise that marital assets and debts should be divided equally, unless relevant factors support an unequal distribution. The classification and valuation of each asset or debt can matter just as much as the percentage.
Will we have to go to trial?
Not necessarily. Many issues may be resolved through negotiation or mediation, and an agreement can be submitted to the court as part of the divorce process. When the parties cannot resolve a significant dispute, the court may need to decide it. Farber Law prepares for both possibilities.
Does equal time-sharing mean child support is zero?
No. Parenting time and child support are related, but equal time-sharing does not by itself eliminate a support obligation. Florida law allows a child support order even with equal time-sharing. The financial facts and applicable guidelines still need to be evaluated.
Do I have to live in Fort Lauderdale to work with Farber Law on a Broward divorce?
No. The firm serves clients throughout Broward County from its Aventura office. The appropriate court for a particular case depends on the facts, so the initial consultation is a good time to discuss where proceedings should take place.
Start With a Clear Conversation
You do not need to have every answer before calling. Tell Helena what has happened, what you are concerned about, and what you want life to look like after the case. She can help you identify the decisions that require attention now and explain your legal options.
Call Farber Law, P.A. at 305-520-9205 or request a consultation online.
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