Florida Family Law Attorney
Divorce or separation can involve a range of legal issues, including child custody, visitation rights and property division.
At the law office of Mark E. Hershock, we understand ending a marriage or other committed relationship can be difficult. We are dedicated to helping our clients get through this phase of their lives so they can focus on building a better future for themselves and their families. With 31 years of experience, attorney Hershock provides trusted legal counsel to clients in Tampa, Florida, and the surrounding communities.
The Divorce Process
Divorce can be a complicated process. Therefore, a family law attorney should take the time to understand your family's situation, finances, investments, standard of living and health.
At the law office of Mark E. Hershock, we handle contested and uncontested divorces, as well as related child custody issues.
Experienced Paternity Representation
When a child is born to an unmarried couple, the father must establish paternity before he has rights. Paternity creates custody and visitation rights, which are granted by the court. It also establishes financial and legal obligations in the form of child support, health insurance coverage and inheritance rights.
For legal counsel regarding a paternity issue, contact our office for knowledgeable advocacy.
Equitable Division of Assets
The task of dividing property in a divorce is often complicated. Intense emotions can prevent couples from reaching agreements regarding how to separate marital assets. To ease this task, Florida courts recognize equitable distribution of assets, which assumes each spouse has contributed equally to the marriage. This model typically seeks to divide both assets and debts in a 50/50 split.
However, in cases where domestic violence or other mitigating factors are present, a spouse may argue for a greater portion of the assets. A knowledgeable lawyer can review your circumstances and advocate for a fair division of property.
Compassionate Family Law Advocacy
If you need legal guidance with divorce, paternity or division of assets, we can help. Contact us online or call us locally at 813-463-2855 or toll free at 888-671-3862 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Weekend and evening appointments are available upon request. Phone calls are answered 24/7.
We accept credit and debit cards. Payment plans are available upon request.
