The Richard Law Firm

Services The Richard Law Firm Offers

Divorce
In recent years, more than 60% of Florida marriages have ended in divorce. If you have questions about how Florida law may address the issues in your marriage, contact us today.

Health Care Proxies
Individuals can use the proxy form prepared by the Department of Health, but are not required to do so. All health care proxies must contain the basic information described in the box on the next page. When a patient signs a proxy in a facility, lie or she should be given a copy of the completed form.

Child Custody
All but six states recognize the joint custody arrangement in child custody matters. Eight states do not consider the wishes of the children when awarding custody. In the majority of states listed as not taking into account the child's wishes, the statute also reads that the decision regarding placement of the child must be based on what is in the "best interests" of the child.