Whether you are going through a contested divorce, need help with child custody, or want to resolve matters through mediation, I am here to provide sound legal guidance and strong advocacy tailored to your specific situation.
When your family is facing legal change, the decisions you make now can affect your life and your children’s future for years to come. At the Law Offices of Jared I. Loucel, P.A., I help clients throughout Clay County, St. Johns County, and Duval County navigate difficult family law matters with clarity, care, and trusted legal skill.
Helping Families Resolve Divorce, Custody, Support, and More Across Clay, St. Johns, and Duval Counties
Florida is a “no-fault” divorce state, meaning you do not need to prove wrongdoing to dissolve your marriage—only that the marriage is irretrievably broken. I represent clients in both uncontested and contested divorces, including:
For uncontested divorces, I provide flat-fee options that make the process efficient and affordable. For contested divorces, I bring strategic preparation, courtroom experience, and a calm but assertive approach to protecting your rights and interests.
Florida courts prioritize the best interests of the child in all custody decisions. As your attorney, I help you create or defend a Parenting Plan that outlines:
Whether you are negotiating a new plan or modifying an existing one, I provide knowledgeable legal support to help you advocate for what is best for your child—and yourself.
Child support in Florida is based on a formula that considers each parent’s income, the number of overnights with the child, health insurance, daycare costs, and other relevant expenses. I assist clients with:
I also address complex issues, such as imputed income, unreported earnings, and parenting plan impact on support calculations.
Florida law allows for several types of alimony depending on the length of the marriage, the needs of the requesting spouse, and the ability of the other spouse to pay. I help clients understand and advocate for or against:
I analyze your financial disclosures, negotiate terms where possible, and prepare for court when necessary—always with your long-term financial stability in mind.
If you are an unmarried parent, establishing legal paternity is the first step toward obtaining timesharing, child support, or other parental rights. I assist both mothers and fathers in:
I approach paternity cases with sensitivity and a clear focus on what benefits the child while preserving the dignity of both parents.
Life changes—and so do the needs of parents and children. I help clients seek or oppose modifications of prior court orders based on substantial changes such as:
I also assist with the enforcement of timesharing, support, and other family law orders, including contempt actions and wage garnishments when needed.
If you or your child is in danger, swift legal protection is essential. I help clients file or defend against domestic violence injunctions (restraining orders) involving:
I prepare evidence, represent you at injunction hearings, and work to ensure that protective measures are enforced or appropriately challenged.
As a Fruit Cove family law attorney, I serve clients throughout Clay County, St. Johns County, Jacksonville, Duval County, and nearby areas. I’m familiar with the procedures, judges, and expectations in Florida’s Fourth and Seventh Judicial Circuits, and I use that insight to position your case for success.
If you are seeking a family mediator in St. Johns County, or need help resolving a probate or guardianship dispute with dignity and discretion, I invite you to contact me for a confidential consultation.
Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-4:30pm
Friday: By appointment only
Saturday-Sunday: Closed
1629 Race Track Road
Suite 103
Saint Johns, FL 32259
9310 Old Kings Road South
Suite 302
Jacksonville, FL 32257
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