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 MoreA divorce is a difficult situation to deal with, not only for the couple, but for their children and family as well. If you or your spouse just filed for divorce, your children are probably a top concern and you’ll want to ensure they are able to recover emotionally the…
Read MoreRetirement is something that we all look forward to. It’s a time when you get to settle into a more comfortable lifestyle and benefit from all the hard work you’ve done throughout your life. It’s also a time when we can pursue things that we never had a chance to…
Read MoreAdoption is a great way to expand your family, provide for someone, and play an important role in someone’s life. There are many different types of adoption cases including stepparent adoptions, grandparent adoptions, unrelated adoptions, and more. However, no matter which case you’re dealing with, you may be wondering why…
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 MoreChances are, you’re well aware of the emotional and financial struggles associated with going through a divorce. No matter what side of the divorce you’re on, separation can lead to a host of insecurities, chief among them are financial struggles. Our primary goal here at The Wheeler Firm is to…
Read MoreA divorce is one of the most difficult and stressful experiences someone can go through aside from the death of a loved one. Not only does a divorce result in a lot of changes for the couple, but for their children and the rest of their family as well. Here…
Read MoreHere at The Wheeler Firm, we treat our Okaloosa County clients in the same way we would treat our own family members. We’re the area’s Top Rated Local® team of family law attorneys and we’re passionate about anything and everything related to the family. We believe that family law is…
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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