An uncontested divorce is one in which both parties agree to the terms of the divorce. The value of an uncontested divorce, as opposed to a contested divorce, is that the parties can avoid the time, cost, and anxiety associated with a contentious divorce case. When the parties obtain an…
Read MoreTo obtain a divorce in Florida, a party only needs to prove that the marriage is “irretrievably broken.” Florida is a no-fault state and either party may obtain a divorce regardless of marital misconduct. However, that doesn’t mean misconduct will not have an effect on the outcome of the divorce. …
Read MoreDeciding whether or not to adopt a child is one of the most important and life-changing decisions someone can make. Not only does adoption mean taking on new responsibilities, it means making an impact on another person’s life that they may not have otherwise. Unfortunately, many people are turned off…
Read MoreWelcome to our blog page here at The Wheeler Firm! As a family law expert in Okaloosa and Walton Counties, we provide clients with high-quality legal services for anything from adoptions to divorces to elder law. Our firm is passionate about not only providing you with legal services that you…
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