Taking A Personal Approach To Your Family Law Matter

Family Law Solutions From An Attorney Who Has Been In Your Shoes

When you’re going through a divorce or child custody dispute, you may feel incredibly lonely. Maybe you don’t know where to turn for answers and are worried about the future. Those feelings are understandable and normal.

I am Lorri Fishman, a family law attorney in Fort Lauderdale, and I empathize with those feelings. In addition to having more than 25 years of experience in family law, I’m a divorced mother who knows exactly what you’re going through. I’m here to help.

Comprehensive Family Law Services

At Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., I understand that family law matters require both legal knowledge and compassionate guidance. With over 25 years of experience, I handle a wide range of family law issues, creating personalized solutions for each unique situation. Here’s how I can help you:

  • Divorce: I represent clients through both contested and uncontested divorces, protecting their rights and interests while working toward favorable resolutions.
  • Time sharing: I help parents develop and implement balanced time-sharing arrangements that support meaningful relationships with their children while meeting Florida’s legal requirements.
  • Equitable distribution of assets: I work methodically to achieve a fair division of marital assets and debts, safeguarding your financial interests throughout the process.
  • Mandatory disclosure: I support clients through financial disclosure requirements in Florida family law cases, maintaining transparency while protecting your privacy.
  • Forensic accounting: For complex financial matters, I collaborate with qualified forensic accountants to identify assets and establish accurate financial records.
  • Post-retirement divorce: I address the distinct challenges of divorce after retirement, including the complexities of pension division and health care considerations.
  • LGBT divorce: Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., provides inclusive representation for all families, recognizing and addressing the specific legal considerations faced by LGBT couples.
  • Child custody: I stand up for parental rights while keeping children’s best interests at the forefront of all custody arrangements and decisions.
  • Child support: I establish, modify and enforce child support orders based on Florida guidelines and your family’s specific circumstances.
  • Establishing paternity: I guide clients through legal proceedings to establish parental rights and responsibilities in paternity actions, protecting both parents’ interests.
  • Alimony: I represent clients in matters of spousal support, whether pursuing or defending against alimony claims, with thorough preparation.
  • Dependency law: I represent parents in dependency cases with dedication, protecting both parental rights and children’s welfare throughout proceedings.
  • Relocation: I handle parent relocation cases thoughtfully, following Florida law while pursuing my clients’ goals for their families.
  • Modifications: When incomes change, health issues arise or new opportunities emerge, I build strong cases for updating court orders. From time-sharing adjustments to support modifications, I protect your rights through life’s transitions.

Every family law matter deserves individual attention and strategic planning. Whether you’re facing divorce, custody disputes or need modifications to existing orders, Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., combines legal knowledge with personal understanding to achieve the most favorable outcomes for my clients.

Florida Family Law FAQ

Family law cases can be legally and emotionally complicated, especially when they involve your children. I can assist you in finding creative solutions tailored to you and your family’s needs. Here are questions I receive frequently:

How does Florida decide child custody and time-sharing?

Florida uses different terms for child custody. Parental responsibility, or decision-making, relates to each parents’ right to make decisions for their child, about things like education, health care and religion. This responsibility can be shared or awarded to one parent.

Time sharing refers to the time each parent has with their child according to a court-approved parenting plan. The child can spend approximately the same amount of time with both parents or live primarily with one.

For both types of custody, judges consider factors like:

  • The child’s relationship with each parent
  • The parents’ mental and physical health
  • The child’s home, school, and community record

I have a deep, personal understanding of the criteria used to determine parental responsibility and time sharing. I will use that knowledge to fight for your rights and your child’s best interests.

When is it permissible to reduce child support payments?

Child support payments may be adjusted in Florida when a parent’s or a child’s circumstances change significantly. These changes might include unemployment, large income swings for either parent, disability or changes in your child’s needs.

Your situation is unique. I will carefully evaluate your circumstances to determine when adjustments are warranted. If so, I will file the appropriate paperwork with the court and advocate for you in any court hearings.

How is a custody order affected if I move inside Florida or leave the state?

Relocation is one reason that may necessitate a parenting plan modification in Florida. A court must typically sign off if you plan an out-of-state move or in-state move of more than 50 miles.

Judges put the child’s best interests first when deciding whether to grant these requests. They will weigh factors like whether the move allows the child to maintain a close relationship with both parents.

As an experienced family law attorney – and mother who has navigated these issues – I will explain your options and stand by you through every step, offering support and guidance.

I Am Here To Help You Move Forward

If you are dealing with a divorce, custody, asset distribution or other challenging family law issue, I can help you find the answers you need for the peace of mind you deserve.

Call Lorri K. Fishman, P.A., at 954-928-9832 or email me to schedule a free phone consultation. I have the knowledge and compassion to guide you through this challenging time.