Divorce Attorney St. Augustine

Trusted Legal Guidance for Divorce, Custody, Support, and Family Law Matters in St. Johns County

At St. Johns Law Group, our experienced family law attorneys represent clients in a full range of divorce and family law matters in St. Augustine, St. Johns County, and surrounding areas. We understand that family law issues are often emotionally charged, legally complex, and deeply personal. Our attorneys offer not only sound legal strategies, but also the professionalism and compassion you deserve during difficult transitions.

12 Attorneys and 250+ Years of Combined Experience

Whether you are facing a contested divorce, need to modify a custody order, or are preparing for a parenting plan negotiation, we provide focused, results-oriented legal counsel tailored to your family’s specific needs.

Experienced Legal Advocacy

Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in all areas of family law. We represent clients in:

• Divorce (Contested & Uncontested)

• Custody & Time Sharing

• Alimony & Spousal Support

• Child Support & Paternity

• Division of Property & Debt

• Domestic Violence Injunctions

• Adoption & Guardianship

• Post-Divorce Modifications

Attorney Rachael Greene, a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, and Attorney Felecia Walker together bring more than 40 years of combined experience in family law trial work, mediation, and appeals.

A Team Based Approach—Why It Matters?

At St. Johns Law Group, you’re not hiring just one attorney—you’re hiring an entire legal team. Because family law often overlaps with other areas of law, we work across practice groups to deliver a holistic and effective strategy. Our clients benefit from:

• Real Estate Attorneys
  — For marital home sales, title issues, or equitable property distribution

• Business & Corporate Attorneys
  — To investigate hidden assets, evaluate business interests, or challenge improper financial activity

• Tax Attorneys
  — For tax implications of asset sales or alimony structures

• Estate Planning Attorneys
  — For wills, trusts, and beneficiary updates after divorce

With specialized attorneys under one roof, we are uniquely equipped to handle complex and high-net-worth divorces.

Our Family Law Practice Areas

Divorce (Contested and Uncontested)

We represent clients in all types of Florida divorce proceedings, including:

• Contested divorce involving property, children, or alimony

• Uncontested divorce with marital settlement agreements

• Military divorce and divorce involving out-of-state assets

• Dissolution of marriage with high net worth or complex property

• Preparation and negotiation of divorce agreements

We guide clients from initial petition through settlement or trial and work to protect your rights throughout every stage.

Child Custody & Parenting Plans

We help clients create and modify parenting plans that prioritize the child’s best interests:

• Time-sharing and visitation arrangements

• Parental responsibility (shared or sole)

• Relocation requests or opposition

• Enforcement of existing custody orders

• Guardian ad Litem involvement

Our attorneys are well-versed in the standards Florida courts use to evaluate custody cases and strive to achieve balanced, workable parenting outcomes.

Child Support & Alimony

Whether you are seeking or contesting support, we help ensure fair and accurate calculations:

• Child support based on Florida guidelines

• Temporary, rehabilitative, bridge-the-gap, and permanent alimony

• Income imputation and enforcement actions

• Post-divorce modification or termination of support

We analyze income, expenses, and statutory factors to support your position and financial future.

Post-Judgment Modifications

Life changes. When it does, court orders may need to be adjusted. We assist with:

• Modifications of custody, time-sharing, or support

• Enforcement of parenting plans and support orders

• Contempt motions for noncompliance

• Relocation and co-parenting disputes

Our attorneys pursue or defend modifications through negotiation, mediation, or litigation as needed.

Paternity, Adoption & Termination of Parental Rights

We handle a wide range of parental rights matters:

• Establishing paternity and parental responsibility

• Step-parent and relative adoptions

• Termination of parental rights (TPR) for adoption or dependency cases

• Voluntary and contested parental rights proceedings

Our firm helps families navigate the intersection of legal parenthood and child welfare.

Family Law Mediation

With Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediators on staff, we help resolve family law matters through confidential, cost-effective mediation:

• Divorce mediation

• Custody and support resolution

• Drafting mediated settlement agreements

• Pre-suit mediation and court-ordered mediation

Specialized Support for Complex Divorces

We routinely represent:

• Business Owners & Professionals

• High-Net-Worth Individuals

• Spouses with Complex Real Estate or Financial Holdings

From business valuations to forensic accounting, our team helps uncover hidden assets, analyze tax impacts, and ensure fair property division—even when the stakes are high.

Need Help After the Divorce Is Final?

We assist with:

• Child support or custody modifications

• Name changes and identity updates

• Revising wills, trusts, or powers of attorney

• Guardianship of minor children or dependents

• Probate matters that arise from family disputes

Helpful Florida Family Law Resources

•  Seventh Judicial Circuit Standing Family Law Court Order
• Time Sharing Guidelines &  Schedules
• Best Interests of the Child
• Department of Revenue – Make Child Support Payments
• Child Support Guidelines 
• Child Support Guidelines Worksheet   
• Child Support Guidelines Calculator 
• Alimony Factors in Florida  
• Equitable Distribution Principals

Let us guide you through these resources and ensure compliance with state requirements.

Why Choose St. Johns Law Group for Your Divorce or Family Law Case?

• Experienced Legal Representation: Our family law attorneys have years of courtroom and settlement experience throughout Northeast Florida.

• Client-Focused Approach: We provide personalized legal guidance and clear communication throughout your case.

• Local Knowledge: We regularly practice before the St. Johns County family law judges and understand the local court procedures.

• Multidisciplinary Support: With in-house mediators, real estate counsel, and probate attorneys, we support related matters such as property division and estate planning during divorce.

Areas We Serve Across Northeast Florida

At St. Johns Law Group, we represent divorce and family law clients throughout Northeast Florida, offering trusted legal guidance to individuals and families from the Atlantic coast to inland communities. Our attorneys regularly handle family law matters in courts across multiple counties and are familiar with the local procedures, judges, and community dynamics that influence family-related decisions.

St. Johns County – Primary Service Area

We are proud to be the leading law firm based in St. Augustine, and we serve clients in every corner of St. Johns County, including:

• St. Augustine & St. Augustine Beach – Historic districts, island communities, and coastal neighborhoods

• Ponte Vedra & Nocatee – High-growth family communities with complex custody and property issues

• Julington Creek, Fruit Cove & Switzerland – Suburban areas with active family and parenting plan matters

• World Golf Village, Silverleaf & Beachwalk – New developments with frequent real estate and divorce-related cases

• Palm Valley & Vilano Beach – Coastal communities with growing family demographics

• Crescent Beach, Anastasia Island, Hastings, and Elkton – South county and rural areas with rising family law needs

We regularly appear before the St. Johns County Circuit Court in St. Augustine for divorce, custody, and child support matters.

Duval County – Jacksonville and Beaches

We serve clients throughout Duval County, including all of Jacksonville and its surrounding neighborhoods:

• Jacksonville Proper – Urban and suburban clients managing complex or high-asset divorces

• Mandarin, Southside & Baymeadows – Family-oriented neighborhoods with parenting and support cases

• Riverside, San Marco, and Avondale – Professionals and families navigating separation and mediation

• Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach – Coastal communities with shared custody and relocation issues

Our attorneys are experienced in handling cases before the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court in downtown Jacksonville.

Flagler County – Palm Coast and Surrounding Areas

We frequently represent clients in Flagler County, especially in:

• Palm Coast – One of the fastest-growing cities in Florida, with a large volume of family law, divorce, and custody matters

• Flagler Beach, Bunnell, Beverly Beach – Coastal and inland communities seeking child support and divorce guidance

• Hammock Dunes, Grand Haven & Plantation Bay – Gated and golf communities with asset division concerns

We appear regularly before the Flagler County Circuit Court in Bunnell.

Clay County – Growing Residential Hubs

Our firm also handles cases in Clay County, including:

• Fleming Island, Oakleaf & Green Cove Springs – Suburbs with increasing family court activity

• Middleburg, Keystone Heights – Rural and semi-rural areas with parenting plan and child support matters

We serve clients before the Clay County Courthouse in Green Cove Springs.

Putnam County – Rural and Lakefront Areas

We represent clients from across Putnam County, including:

• Palatka, East Palatka, Interlachen, Crescent City, and Welaka – Communities requiring family law services with a local approach

Cases are handled in the Putnam County Courthouse in Palatka.

Southern Georgia (Select Family Law Matters)

For clients just north of the Florida border, we handle limited family law matters in Southern Georgia, especially when connected to Florida-based parenting plans or property:

• St. Marys, Kingsland, and Woodbine – Camden County areas with family or custody ties to Florida residents

📞 Start with a Consultation

Whether you’re starting a divorce, modifying an existing order, or facing an urgent family matter, the Divorce & Family Law Team at St. Johns Law Group is ready to help.

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St. Johns Law Group — Protecting What Matters Most.