Divorce in Miami FL Is Delayed

While courts are opening back up, the lingering COVID-19 pandemic has delayed court systems, along with numerous other legal processes, including divorce. Divorces that require court appearances or litigation have experienced the biggest delay due to staff shortages or court closures. However, in addition to COVID-19, there are still some other reasons that may cause a delay in your divorce. 

If you are in need of legal help in the process of a divorce, contact a Miami family law lawyer at Rafool, LLC.

The first, and often most obvious, is that the other spouse is not cooperating. Divorce can be an emotional time for either party, but because there is a lot to lose, many find themselves dealing with a spouse that refuses to cooperate and makes irrational decisions. The most common signs of this include hiding assets, ignoring communication efforts, and switching lawyers during proceedings. 

Another reason may be that divorce is contested. If a divorce is uncontested, the couple can make terms for separation without a Miami FL divorce attorney. However, if it is contested, there is undoubtedly more time necessary due to the legal system involved in litigation. 

Finally, your waiting period may not be over. In Florida, 20 days are required after filing for a divorce. This means that 20 days after filing, spouses will still be considered married. Even if the terms are created fairly quickly, judges cannot sign off on the divorce until the waiting period has passed. 

Divorce can get complicated. Get the guidance you need from an experienced attorney at Rafool, LLC. Call us at 305-567-9400 to schedule a consultation.