Divorce in Florida — Contested & Uncontested
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, which means you don't have to prove wrongdoing to dissolve a marriage. What you do have to do is divide assets, debts, parental responsibilities, and (when relevant) alimony. Lateshia handles both uncontested divorces — where flat-fee representation is often appropriate — and fully contested matters involving complex assets, custody disputes, and relocation.
- Uncontested divorce — flat fee available
- Contested divorce — retainer-based with payment plans
- High-asset division and business valuation
- Out-of-state and military divorces
Child Custody & Time-Sharing
Florida law presumes equal time-sharing is in the best interests of the child unless evidence shows otherwise. The work is documenting that evidence — and presenting it credibly to a Broward, Miami-Dade, or Palm Beach County family court. Lateshia's DCF background gives her a working knowledge of how courts evaluate parental fitness, dependency factors, and the specific concerns that move custody outcomes.
- Time-sharing schedules and parenting plans
- Modifications when circumstances change
- Relocation petitions (in-state and out-of-state)
- Paternity establishment and disestablishment
- Domestic-violence and protective injunctions
Alimony & Child Support
Florida revised its alimony statute in 2023 — eliminating permanent alimony and reshaping how durational, bridge-the-gap, and rehabilitative alimony are calculated. Lateshia stays current on these changes and walks every client through how the new law applies to their specific income, marriage length, and standard of living.
- Durational, bridge-the-gap, and rehabilitative alimony
- Child support calculation and enforcement
- Modifications based on income or custody changes
- Contempt and enforcement actions
Domestic Violence Injunctions
Injunctions for protection (sometimes called restraining orders) can be sought ex parte — without the other party initially present — and are heard within 15 days. Lateshia represents both petitioners seeking protection and respondents defending against allegations.
- Domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking injunctions
- Modifications and dissolutions
- Defense against false or overbroad allegations
How a family law matter typically moves at LH Frye Law
1. Initial consultation
We meet — in person in Plantation, by phone, or by video. You explain the situation. Lateshia tells you what's likely, what's possible, and what's not.
2. Strategy & engagement
If we move forward, you receive a written engagement letter with a clear scope and fee structure. Payment plans are available for most family law matters.
3. Filing & representation
Lateshia drafts and files the necessary pleadings, handles discovery, negotiates with opposing counsel, and represents you at every hearing through resolution.
What outcomes look like
Most uncontested divorces resolve in 60–90 days. Contested matters with custody disputes typically run 9–18 months in Broward and Miami-Dade County. You'll get a realistic timeline at the consultation — not a generic estimate.
"You'll know more about your case leaving our consultation than you did walking in. That's the only promise I make."
If you'd like to walk through your specific facts with Lateshia, the next step is a consultation. Schedule one here →