Alimony Attorney Serving Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Few parts of a divorce carry more anxiety than alimony. If you may be paying, you worry about supporting two households on one income. If you may be receiving, you worry about rebuilding your life after years outside the workforce. Florida’s alimony law changed significantly in 2023, and understanding where you actually stand is the first step toward a decision you can live with.
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Board Certified
Tina L. Lewert, Board Certified in Marital and Family Law by The Florida Bar since 2009
Certified Mediator
Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator.
National Certification
Board Certified in Family Trial Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy
Established Practice
Admitted to The Florida Bar since 2000, practicing family law exclusively
Alimony Representation for Palm Beach Gardens Residents
Alimony in Florida is governed by Section 61.08 of the Florida Statutes, and the version on the books today looks very different from the law many people remember. For cases filed on or after July 1, 2023, permanent alimony no longer exists. Courts now award four types of alimony: temporary alimony during the case, bridge-the-gap alimony for short-term transitional needs, rehabilitative alimony tied to a specific plan for rebuilding earning capacity, and durational alimony for a set period linked to the length of the marriage.
Before any award, the court must find that one spouse has an actual need for spousal support and that the other has the ability to pay. The amount and duration of alimony then depend on factors like the length of the marriage, the standard of living during it, each spouse’s financial resources, income and earning capacity, and contributions to the marriage, including years spent as a homemaker or supporting a spouse’s career.
Lewert Law is a Boca Raton family law firm serving clients throughout Palm Beach County, including Palm Beach Gardens residents from PGA National, BallenIsles, Mirasol, Evergrene, Frenchman’s Reserve, and Alton. Family law matters in the county proceed in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, which maintains family divisions at the North County Courthouse at 3188 PGA Boulevard, right in Palm Beach Gardens. Ms. Lewert has practiced family law in this circuit for her entire career.
Alimony cases in Palm Beach Gardens often involve more than a salary. Business ownership, investment income, deferred compensation, and approaching retirement all complicate the picture of what support is appropriate, and each deserves careful analysis rather than a formula.
What we handle for Palm Beach Gardens clients:
- Alimony claims within a divorce, on either side of the request
- Bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational alimony awards
- Alimony in high-income cases involving businesses and complex compensation
- Modification of existing awards after a substantial change in circumstances
- Termination or reduction based on retirement or a supportive relationship
- Enforcement when a former spouse stops paying
- Negotiated and mediated support agreements
Tina Lewert
Contact Info:
- 301 Yamato Rd #4110, Boca Raton, FL 33431, United States
- 561-544-6861
- tina.lewert@lewertlaw.com
Why Palm Beach Gardens Clients Choose Lewert Law
An alimony outcome shapes your finances for years. Here is what sets our firm’s approach apart.
Certified Expertise on a Changed Law
Tina L. Lewert is Board Certified in Marital and Family Law by The Florida Bar, a certification requiring rigorous examination, peer review, and substantial trial experience. The 2023 reform rewrote how support is awarded, and arguments that worked five years ago can fail today. You can review Ms. Lewert’s credentials and background before you call.
The Financial Detail Work Gets Done
Alimony turns on numbers: real income, reasonable need, and what the marital lifestyle actually cost. We dig into the financial disclosures, question what does not add up, and build a support position backed by documentation. That preparation matters just as much when you are defending against an inflated claim as when you are pursuing a fair one.
Resolution First, Trial Readiness Always
Ms. Lewert is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Law Mediator, and many support disputes resolve through negotiation or mediation at a fraction of the cost of trial. When agreement is not possible, she litigates for clients’ best interests assertively, including at the North County Courthouse where Palm Beach Gardens cases are frequently heard.
What to Expect When You Work With Our Professional Team
1. A Confidential Consultation
We review your marriage, finances, and goals in a private session, usually over Zoom. You leave with an honest read on how Florida’s current alimony law applies to your situation, and a clear explanation of fees.
2. Financial Analysis
Support cases are won on preparation. We gather income records, review the financial affidavits, and establish what need and ability to pay genuinely look like in your case, including income that does not show up neatly on a W-2.
3. Negotiation or Mediation
With the numbers established, we pursue a resolution that protects your future, through direct negotiation or mediation. Most cases settle here, on terms you understand fully before signing.
4. Court, If It Comes to That
If the other side will not be reasonable, we present your case to the judge with the documentation to support every figure. Afterward, we remain available for modification or enforcement if circumstances change.
Reviews for Lewert Law, LLC Deerfield Beach, FL
Virginia Powers
Tina helped me win a relocation case against “the giant”. A case many insisted was a waste of time because I would never win. Tina is up to date on current statues and case law which lists out certain objectives a relocation must meet in order to be granted. I am amazed by her intelligence and ability to interpret law and break it down to me in an elementary manner. Throughout the case, she was always detail oriented, eloquent, ethical and most of all, Tina possesses a sixth sense of what facts to focus on, what is important for the case. She adequately prepared me and herself for each trial day. I can not say enough praise about this amazing lawyer, hopefully I’ll never need her again, but I wouldn’t complain if I do. Tina and her assistant Sharon treated me like family. They were the light during the worst part of my life. I don’t want to share too much about her strategies but this woman is AMAZING at cross examination. She came up with angles I would have never dreamed of. It’s important to trust Tina, she won’t steer you wrong. Don’t forget, while she fights hard for you, it is also important for you to be diligent as well.
David Anthony
I hired Tina Lewert to represent me in my contentious divorce. I had consulted with several other highly rated divorce lawyers in Boca and she just outshined the others from the moment we first spoke. Highly recommend this lawyer to handle your divorce - don't fall for the others who talk a big talk and try to scare you to stir up the drama which stirs up their fees too. Tina was always honest with me about what I could expect, about the law, and the pros and cons, and she explained the law and how it applied to my case better to me than 3 other [supposedly excellent] lawyers combined. She knows what she's doing but she's not pompous about it and she's easy to talk to. Her office and staff are also great and I never had a hard time reaching her. After a very difficult battle with my ex who was completely unreasonable, Tina was able to negotiate a settlement of my case and she did a fantastic job for me. My life is so much better after this divorce and Tina and her firm had a huge hand in that.
David Neale
Ladies and gentlemen in the world of fighting legal battles you pay for what you get! If you’re looking to win ( if that’s actually possible in a legal battle) this is the firm you need to be with. I’ve had the pleasure of dealing with my attorney Tammara Grossman , since 2020, steering me through some real legal and monetary issues with my ex-wife. I have found her to be Professional and ethical, guiding me in the correct direction legally even when I didn’t always like it. The end result was about as best for me as you could possibly get. I’m happy.
Ally Knoph
Tina Lewert instilled in me that there are lawyers in family law that understand unique situations. I had horrible experiences with several lawyers and finding Ms. Lewert was nothing shy of a Godsend. She wholeheartedly understood my situation and was the only lawyer to resolve my 10 year nightmare. I cannot thank Ms. Lewert enough for the freedom she gave me and my son. She has proven to be the absolute best! I highly recommend Tina Lewert, Law for her expertise, honesty and commitment to her clients.
Meredith Chatman
Tina is a wonderful attorney. She guided me through my ugly case and ultimately her wisdom lead me to successful settlement of my case. She wasn’t afraid to advise me of the pros AND cons of my case, and the legal system which can be brutal, and I always felt like she was being straight with me, instead of just telling me what I wanted to hear like another attorney I spoke with. Tina is quick on her feet and I could also tell that she is respected by judges and other attorneys (by the way everyone treated her when we did have to go to court to finalize the divorce once settled). If you need a strong, confident divorce lawyer who also happens to be a good person, hire Tina Lewert.
Common Questions About Alimony in Florida
Get a Clear Answer About Your Support Case
Guessing about alimony is a poor way to plan your future. A focused conversation with a specialist can replace worry with a realistic picture of what Florida law provides in your specific situation, on either side of the request. That clarity is worth having before you make any decisions.
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Disclaimer: This page provides general information about Florida alimony law and is not legal advice. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship with Lewert Law, LLC. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on the specific facts and circumstances involved. For advice about your situation, schedule a confidential consultation. Lewert Law, LLC is located at 301 Yamato Road, Suite 4110, Boca Raton, FL 33431 and serves clients throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties.