At Orlando Family Team, the concept of family law attorney is well understood. As husband and wife, our board certified legal team of Ophelia Bernal-Mora, Esq, B.C.S, and Andrew Nickolaou, Esq., B.C.S., founded this practice on the principle of improving the quality of family life, whether through resolving disputes, enabling adoption or redefining the family structure.
During our years of dealing with a wide variety of families, we have not only sharpened our legal skills, but become increasingly sensitized and empathic to each family’s needs. If you are now dealing with family problems or conflicts, contact one of our experienced family law attorneys today. We will help you sort things out through diplomatic negotiations, or if necessary through strategic litigation.
Our Full Spectrum of Family Law Services
Aware that there are unique elements to every family’s situation, we make it a point to tailor our services to your particular needs. At Orlando Family Team, we pride ourselves on our ability to handle a wide array of family law matters. Below is a sampling:
Paternity Disputes
Establishing paternity is crucial for fathers seeking to assert their parental rights and for mothers in need of child support. We handle these sensitive cases with care and professionalism.
Separation Agreements
Navigating the separation process and drafting an appropriate separation agreement must both be done carefully. Our team assists in drafting separation agreements that protect your rights and interests with as little stress as possible.
Divorces
Divorce is more than just a legal process; it is a life-altering event. Our family law attorneys are adept at handling the intricacies of divorce proceedings, whether they are amicable or contested. While we prefer to negotiate settlements directly or through meditation, we are well-equipped to litigate forcefully and have a track record of successful courtroom outcomes.
Division of Property
Dividing assets and debts is often one of the most complex aspects of family law. We strive to reach equitable solutions that make a clear distinction between marital and separate assets and take into account any prenup agreements.
Spousal Support/Alimony
Determining spousal support can be a contentious issue. We work to ensure a fair and equitable arrangement that recognizes the financial contributions (direct or indirect) of each spouse to the marriage.
Child Custody and Support
Considering that everyone can agree that ensuring the well-being and financial security of children is crucial, there is a tremendous amount of tension surrounding child custody and support arrangements. Our team has helped a great many couples make wise and fair decisions about custody that protect all parent-child relationships. We also have the agility and fortitude to provide guidance in establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support orders.
Parenting Time
If one parent has sole custody, it is critical that the other parent spends extended time with the child to maintain a strong bond of love and trust. We help craft timesharing schedules that serve the best interests of children while respecting the rights of both parents.
Father’s Rights
We champion the rights of fathers, advocating for their vital role in their children’s lives, ensuring fair treatment in custody, support, and visitation matters.
Stepparent Adoptions
We are pleased to facilitate stepparent adoptions since this can be the final step in solidifying the new family structure.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a more common problem than most people know. Our team provides compassionate legal support for victims of domestic violence, helping them obtain the protection they need. We also defend spouses against false charges of domestic violence when such charges are used as a tactic in acrimonious litigation.
Same-Sex Marriages
While many problem areas are the same in all types of families, we are aware that some issues are unique to the LGBTQ+ community and are attuned to those, well-prepared to address them through skilled negotiations or in court.
Let us be your guide and advocate as you navigate the complexities of family law. With Orlando Family Team, you are not just hiring an attorney; you are gaining a partner who will stand by your side every step of the way.
What Sets Our Family Law Attorneys Apart
In the landscape of family law, the attorneys you choose can significantly impact not only the outcome of your case, but the nature of your legal journey. When you work with our family law attorneys, you will experience the reassurance that comes from having not only fine legal representation but partners who are committed to assisting your family in returning to a place of balance and harmony. Orlando Family Team offers you:
- Inclusivity. Central Florida has a diverse population and we are an inclusive practice so we have extensive experience working with couples and families of all races, religions, ages, ethnicities, and sexual orientations.
- A responsive, caring approach. Even when listening to you describe family law issues fraught with emotional stress, we are calm and thoughtful. If anything, we have become more compassionate over the years and remain completely committed to keeping everything you tell us confidential.
- Personal insight from a married couple. Unlike most family law attorneys, our lead attorneys are speaking as members of a family as well as legal professionals. Our objective perspective and sharp legal knowledge are always tempered by our understanding of the deep and complicated feelings family matters involve.
- Fine credentials and extensive experience. Our attorneys have impressive credentials to back up their extensive experience in family law and are well-respected by colleagues and clients throughout the state of Florida. Both partners are board certified in marital and family law by the Florida Bar, a rare accomplishment, let alone having more than one board certified attorney in the law firm.
- Client-centric practice in which your needs and the needs of your children are our primary concern. Because we want to keep you as comfortable as possible, we maintain open lines of communication, responding promptly to your questions and concerns, and making sure you are always informed and treated as a participant.
- Customized legal strategies
Though all family circumstances are relatable, no two families are identical. We pride ourselves on creating personalized legal strategies for each client.
Contact Our Experienced Family Law Attorneys Now
For all members of Orlando Family Team, being a first-rate family law attorney is more than a career; it is a kind of calling. We are dedicated to protecting family members who come to us for help by providing the services they need to keep them functional and optimistic even through challenging times. As soon as you contact us, you will recognize that you have come to the right place.
