Whether contested or uncontested, divorces can get complicated quickly.
On top of difficult legal issues, they can be emotionally charged and psychologically fraught.
Cohn Slater, led by attorneys Diana Cohn and Dwight Slater, is prepared to handle a wide variety of issues that can emerge during the divorce process. From simple settlements to complex challenges, we will represent your interests during negotiation, mediation, trial litigation, and even appeals.
We have drafted and negotiated settlement agreements accounting for a wide variety of simple and complex issues. Our experienced attorneys work hard to secure what you deserve.
Spousal Support
Divorces can wreak financial havoc in your life—a lower standard of living and retirement uncertainty frequently top the list. Spousal support can help to minimize the upheaval.
Cohn Slater can help with calculating and securing spousal support payments and enforcing spousal support orders.
If your former spouse has attempted to hide income or assets, the attorneys of Cohn Slater can leverage a network of investigators, forensic accountants, vocational experts, and business valuation appraisers to identify and properly value undisclosed assets and assist in preparing a complex spousal support case for settlement or trial.
Divorce Involving Children
When children are involved, Cohn Slater helps families quickly and effectively resolve issues that arise during divorce proceedings. Indeed, when it comes to children, having a strong and steady hand in your corner can be invaluable.
We develop unique solutions that balance immediate practical problems, like custody and visitation, with long-term objectives, like parenting plans that minimize future conflicts.
Complex Cases and Appeals
Cohn Slater is one of a limited number of Tallahassee family law firms equipped to handle all aspects of your divorce case, including complex trial litigation and appeals.
Our attorneys prepare and argue family law appeals for our own clients and on referral from other law firms.