Family Law in Jacksonville

Northern Florida divorce and mediation help

The Dorsey Law Firm represents spouses in Duval, Clay, St Johns, and Nassau Counties, Florida, who are seeking to divorce. 

The firm counsels clients on a wide range of legal issues, including community property, tax, and business law. Our services include all family law matters from short-term and emergency situations, such as temporary restraining orders and injunctions, to the process of final resolution. We attempt to negotiate settlements, but are not afraid to take a case to trial or to appeal if necessary.

William J. Dorsey works with men and women who need guidance in matters of divorcing:

• Alimony
• Child custody
• Visitation
• Grandparents' visitation
• Relocation
• Paternity
• Child support
• Property division
• Domestic violence injunctions
• Post-judgment modifications

The Dorsey Law Firm relies on a reputation of over 35 years of local law practice, and Mr. Dorsey is exceedingly comfortable in the local courts, having argued before nearly every judge in the counties he serves.  He has also represented clients throughout the entire state from northern Florida to Miami, including the west coast and Orlando.

Our approach to Jacksonville divorce law

By working together, the firm helps clients find solutions to the problems inherent to most dissolution cases. 

While there is no need to hurt or attack the opposition unnecessarily, strong emotions often arise during divorces, and The Dorsey Law Firm knows when to be aggressive and protective and when to hold back in order to obtain a more favorable, long-term result. 

Communicate, convey, convince

We maintain a simple philosophy about how to develop an effective and meaningful divorce agreement to which both parties will stick. 

The Dorsey Law Firm holds in high regard the principles of open communication in matters of family law.  We talk to you in plain language about what you can expect and what the law allows us to present in court.  You know, during all stages of your divorce, exactly what may or may not happen with the bound range of certainties Florida law provides. 

When you are equipped with the appropriate knowledge, then we can do our best work for you by communicating about what you expect, conveying your needs in court or mediation, and convincing the judge or opposition to acquiesce or compromise.

If our family law approach sounds like it might ease and resolve your divorce, contact The Dorsey Law Firm today.

Call 1 904 346-3883 for family law in Jacksonville.