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Dealing with challenging legal issues can make you feel helpless and alone. In life’s most difficult times, you need a legal professional who will stand by your side and fight tirelessly for your rights. ZAGERLAW, P.A. is a family and criminal law firm you can trust in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with over 22 years of courtroom experience. We’ll treat you with the respect and honesty you deserve.

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Satisfied Client Stories

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“Mr. Zager was the third lawyer I saw, but I knew right away he was the one to handle my divorce which was a huge process and very scary for me. My custody issues and all of my outcomes were exactly what I wanted. I highly recommend Mr. Zager.”

-- Rebecca M., Davie

“I was really pleased that I hired Mr. Zager. He did a really great job getting me through my divorce. I was impressed with all of his advice and counsel along the way which made me feel very comfortable and put my mind at ease.”

-- Dennis S., Fort Lauderdale

“Mr. Zager handled my post-divorce issues. He was thorough and got the job done in a timely manner. I was very happy with his work. Glad I had him on my side.”

-- Hope M., Parkland

“Mr. Zager’s advice was exemplary throughout the entire process and I have been impressed since day one with his legal counsel. Mr. Zager and his entire team handled everything in an extremely proficient manner and made the difficult time in my life a little easier and less stressful, which I greatly appreciate and will never forget.”

-- Mark B., Parkland

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Frequent Asked Questions

How can a divorce attorney help?

The importance of a competent, experienced divorce lawyer cannot be overstated. Not only can your attorney guide you through all the necessary steps to the divorce process, but he or she can also provide neutral, rational insight that is crucial in such an emotionally charged situation. Having the right counsel by your side throughout your family law matters can make all the difference to the amount of time and money you spend, and can ensure you reach a favorable resolution.

How is property divided in a divorce?

Property division can be quite complex and is completed by determining which property is community property and which is separate. The property which each party brought to the marriage will be treated separately than the property which was acquired in the marriage. Florida is an equitable division state, which means that property shall be divided in a manner that is fair, not necessarily equal. Thus, the division of property should ensure that each party receives an amount of the total assets that is enough to create a fair and equitable financial balance.

How long does the divorce process take?

Every divorce case takes a different length of time, depending on the unique circumstances. This will likely depend on how many issues are contested and how quickly you and your spouse can come to agreements. The most common factors that affect the length of the process include the ability for you to cooperate with your spouse, honesty about existing assets, openness to negotiations, and willingness to make sacrifices. Stubbornness, evasion, and animosity can hurt the process and cost more time and more money.

Should I put together a prenuptial agreement?

It is the personal choice of you and your spouse if you would like to draft a prenuptial agreement, but it can be very beneficial to put down the terms of what will happen to your assets, property, or children should you ever divorce. While a prenuptial agreement can be beneficial for every marriage, typical reasons for a couple deciding to draft one can include:

A significant difference in age
A significant difference in financial status
One or both parties have children from previous marriages and want to ensure they can inherit certain assets
One or both parties want to protect business partners

How can I enforce child support?

If a noncustodial parent falls behind on child support payments, you do have options for enforcing it, but they must be carried out through the court. The court can use various methods to collect any back child support payments. These methods can include income withholding, wage garnishment, interception of tax refunds, liens or attachments to property. Additionally, a court can take punitive actions if these methods are unsuccessful, which include license suspension, passport denial, and even possible jail time.

How does the court determine child support?

In the same thread as child custody, child support is typically determined to protect the best interests of the child. Judges will weigh a number of factors, namely the ability of one parent to support the child and the financial status of the other. Additional factors that will be considered include any special education needs of the child, the physical or mental health of the child or either parent, and the credentials or ability of the recipient to obtain work.

How does the court determine child custody?

There are many different factors that are taken into consideration when the court makes a decision about the custody of your children, such as living situation, proximity to other family and schools, and income of each parent. First and foremost, a judge will determine a custody arrangement that is in the best interest of the child. This means that unless there are extreme circumstances that warrant a need for the child to be separated from one parent, a judge will typically favor joint custody arrangements. These circumstances can include any history of abuse, drug or alcohol use, and mental or physical health issues. The bottom line is that your children's interests are always protected.

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Why should you choose us?

When hiring a lawyer, there are several factors you should take into consideration, including the lawyer's years of practice, trial experience and case history. ZAGERLAW, P.A. is a family law firm with a proven track record of success. Mr. Zager provides tremendous value to his clients with:

Over 22 years of experience in the courtroom
A wealth of knowledge on family law and criminal law
Bilingual legal support for Spanish-speaking clients
Client-focused legal services tailored to individual needs

Let our family and criminal law firm guide you through this very difficult time. We represent clients throughout Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and Broward County suffering through family issues or charged with criminal offenses.

With our firm, you'll always be treated like family. Contact us today to receive dedicated legal counsel.

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