Frequently Asked Questions

Stephanie Granda is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Florida attorney practicing in Miami-Dade since 2006, admitted to the Florida Bar in 2007. She handles family law, real estate closings, and bankruptcy at her Kendall office in Miami.

8900 SW 117th Ave, Suite C-208, Miami, FL 33186 in Kendall, Miami-Dade County.

Yes — the first consultation is free and confidential. We listen, explain your options, and give an honest evaluation.

Yes. We handle cases for clients across Miami-Dade County, including Miami, Coral Gables, Doral, Homestead, Kendall, and surrounding areas.

An uncontested divorce typically takes 30-60 days. A contested divorce generally takes 6-18 months, depending on complexity and negotiation.

Florida is a no-fault divorce state — you do not need to prove fault. Simply that the marriage is "irretrievably broken" is enough.

Legally no, but a lawyer ensures the division of assets, parenting plan, and support provisions are correct and enforceable — costly mistakes are common without one.

Costs vary widely. Uncontested divorces are significantly cheaper than contested ones. We give honest, upfront cost scenarios at your consultation.

Yes. One spouse can file; the divorce can proceed without the other's cooperation, and a judgment can still be entered.

The house is a marital asset to be divided equitably. Options include selling, one party buying out the other, or deferring the decision.

Only if there is demonstrated need by one spouse and ability to pay by the other, subject to the statutory factors — plus the 2023 alimony reform rules.

For new cases, permanent alimony was eliminated in favor of durational awards with new limits. Analyze your situation with an attorney for specifics.

Since 2008, Florida law uses "time-sharing" instead of "custody." It describes how the child's time is shared between parents, based on the child's best interests.

The Florida-required document covering time-sharing schedules, holiday plans, decision-making, communication, and dispute resolution for a child after divorce.

Using the Florida Child Support Guidelines: both parents' incomes, health insurance costs, child care costs, number of children, and the overnight schedule.

Yes, when there's a substantial change in circumstances — income changes, custody changes, or new medical/childcare costs.

Yes, upon a substantial change in circumstances that serves the child's best interests. Modifications require court approval.

Florida's relocation law requires written notice 60 days before a move over 60 miles, plus consent or court approval.

Grandparent rights exist in limited circumstances under Florida law, subject to statutory requirements.

It varies; costs include title search, title insurance, recording, closing fees, and tax prorations. We give a clear estimate ahead of time.

A policy protecting the buyer against later claims or defects in the title, such as undisclosed liens or recording errors.

Yes — we offer full bilingual service for closings. Every document is explained in your language.

The buyer typically selects the closing agent in Florida; we recommend negotiating this in the contract.

Yes. Commercial closings carry higher complexity, and we handle them with the same precision as residential closings.

Yes. The automatic stay stops foreclosure immediately. Chapter 13 can also let you catch up on arrears over a 3-5 year plan.

No. Alimony and child support are non-dischargeable in bankruptcy.

Chapter 7 remains for up to 10 years; Chapter 13 for up to 7. Credit rebuilt over the following years.

While not required, bankruptcy has strict federal deadlines and exemption analysis. Representation dramatically reduces costly errors.