Florida State Laws
Updated for 2026
Florida Divorce Laws
Your complete guide to divorce in Florida. Major 2024 alimony reform eliminated permanent alimony and established 50/50 time-sharing presumption.
Understanding Florida Divorce Law
Property Division
Florida follows Equitable Distribution. Courts begin with 50/50 then adjust based on factors.
Starts at 50/50Grounds for Divorce
No-Fault: Marriage is irretrievably broken. This is the most common ground used.
No-Fault StateTime-Sharing (Custody)
Florida uses time-sharing instead of custody. 2023 law created presumption of equal time-sharing when both parents are fit.
50/50 PresumptionChild Support
Florida uses the Income Shares Model. Overnights significantly affect calculations.
Income Shares ModelTime-Sharing Factors
1
Demonstrated capacity of each parent
2
Mental and physical health of parents
3
Childs preference if mature enough
4
Continuity in home, school, community
5
Willingness to honor time-sharing schedule
6
Evidence of domestic violence
7
Division of parental responsibilities
8
Geographic viability of parenting plan
Alimony After 2024 Reform
Bridge-the-Gap
Short-term transition assistance (max 2 years)
Rehabilitative
Support for education or training with plan
Durational
Set period support, cannot exceed marriage length
Key Statutes
Fla. Stat. 61.052
Dissolution of Marriage
Grounds for dissolution
Fla. Stat. 61.075
Property Distribution
Equitable distribution of marital property
Fla. Stat. 61.13
Time-Sharing
Parenting plan and time-sharing requirements
Fla. Stat. 61.30
Child Support
Child support guidelines
Recent Major Changes
2024
SB 1416 - Alimony Reform
Major alimony reform eliminated permanent alimony and established durational limits.
2023
Time-Sharing Presumption
New presumption of equal time-sharing (50/50) for fit parents.
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