Miami Family Law Firm
Miami divorce and family law attorney
Life-altering changes to your family, as is the case with a divorce, are often complicated and difficult to handle. Miami family law attorney Arthur D. Lake safeguards clients' interests as they work through the legal, financial and emotional issues involved in divorce and other family law matters.
When two people decide to end a marriage, they need to make decisions regarding children, property and their separate futures. Attorney Lake understands that every family and divorce law situation is unique, and works diligently to help you find the way forward that is right for you and your family.
The firm advocates the use of less confrontational means of resolving the legal disputes like mediation and alternative dispute resolution to achieve a solution that meets your goals. The firm advises clients to remember that even after a divorce they will still be the parents to their children. Litigants are encouraged to resolve matters in a way that is not emotionally damaging to the child's self-esteem.
A focus on the financial impact of a divorce
Arthur Lake pays close attention to the financial aspects of your divorce, including marital property division. He carefully considers your total estate in establishing an equitable division of marital assets.
Attorney Lake never overlooks international aspects of divorce cases — such as assets held overseas, which may be governed by the rules of another jurisdiction.
Helping South Florida families through life's transitions
You won't know how much you need a family law attorney until it is too late. Read the benefits of having a family law lawyer to see why it is important for you to consider having an attorney before entering legal disputes.
The family law lawyers & matrimonial attorneys at the Law Firm of Arthur D. Lake, LLC advocates for your interests in the following matters:
Contested and Uncontested Divorce
In uncontested divorces, the parties agree to the terms of the dissolution of their marriage. Contested cases involve issues between parties that cannot be settled amicably, such as equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, establishment of a parenting plan, time-sharing, child support, and alimony. Contested cases can require extensive financial discovery, the involvement of expert witnesses, depositions and child custody evaluations. Whether your case is uncontested or contested, Arthur Lake advises you on your legal options.
Property Division
The distribution of property as a result of a divorce is called equitable distribution. A variety of personal and financial factors must be considered before marital property is distributed between divorcing spouses. Arthur Lake knowledgeably guides you through the process as it relates to your particular situation.
Child Support and Custody/Shared Parenting
The Law Offices of Arthur D. Lake, LLC is sensitive to clients' heartfelt concerns about the support and care of their children, and vigorously advocates for their best interests in the interests of of child custody and support.
Spousal Support
Spousal support or alimony is a periodic payment for a fixed or undetermined time period. Whether you are the spouse who requires alimony or the spouse who faces the possibility of providing it, the Law Offices of Arthur Lake has the experience to address your support issues.
Modifications
The firm helps clients make adjustments to child support, child custody and spousal support agreements through modification when a significant change in circumstance occurs.
Juvenile Law
Arthur D. Lake defends young adults from other countries who are having trouble assimilating to American culture and commit crimes.
Advocating on behalf of South Florida families
When you need a strong advocate for your divorce and family law matters, contact the Law Offices of Arthur D. Lake, LLC to arrange a free initial consultation. He is also available to meet after business hours by appointment only.
