Dedicated Florida Lawyers Help with Military Divorce and Spouses’ Rights
Informed attorneys advise service members and their spouses in the Jacksonville area
Any divorce is difficult, but when a husband or wife is on active military duty, there are special circumstances in place and special considerations that must be made. A divorce, separation or annulment often ends a civilian spouse’s access to certain military benefits, but may allow her or him to retain others. The experienced lawyers at Samaritan Law Group represent service members and military spouses in divorce proceedings. Our attorneys understand military procedure and lifestyle, as well as the federal and Florida laws applicable to military divorce. We represent clients in Florida to guide them through the divorce process and protect their rights.
Skilled Florida litigators represent divorcing service members
We understand how hard service members work to create a better future for their loved ones and how difficult it can be to contend with the end of a marriage. If you or your spouse files for divorce, we will provide the legal support and guidance you need through mediation or litigation. We can advise you on issues including:
- Your spousal and child support obligations
- The future of your pension and retirement benefits
- Health insurance for your children and former spouse under TRICARE
- Your spouse’s access to base privileges and other benefits
- Jurisdiction and procedure when you are deployed away from your marital home
- Residency rules for you and your spouse
- State-specific rules governing divorce, separation and annulment
In addition to providing thorough counsel for the legal aspects of your divorce, the attorneys at Samaritan Law Group never forget the special pressures faced by military members. We take great pride in fulfilling our obligation to assist the men and women who have made sacrifices for us.
Experienced lawyers work to protect the interests of military spouses
Being a military spouse can require you to move your family frequently, to be a single parent for long periods of time, and to miss out on important career and education opportunities. The federal government recognized the sacrifices of military spouses by enacting the Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act. Florida also has its own rules for how military benefits are divided during divorce.
When you and your spouse in the military separate, you are allowed to keep your base privileges and ID card at least until the divorce is final. The benefits available to you afterward will likely depend on the length of your marriage as well as the length of your spouse’s military service. We represent and advise civilian spouses in regard to their rights to alimony, child support, healthcare, the division of marital property, retirement benefits and survivor benefits.
Contact effective Florida attorneys for military divorce representation
The attorneys at Samaritan Law Group are prepared to provide comprehensive support and guidance to service members and military spouses during divorce. Call our Jacksonville office at 904-945-4263 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with a military divorce lawyer.
