Client Portal Guide
C. Michael Kelly, P. A.
Clients of our firm will have a personalized client portal set up for them. It’s accessible 24/7 online and provides a secure environment for us to share case information, billing information, and communicate with you, our clients. Instead of relying on scattered channels of communication (email, phone, text message, snail mail), the client portal becomes our one-and-only platform for communication.
Once set up with a client portal account, you will be able to log into the private and secure portal where we can share calendars, documents, and billing details regarding your case. All of the features within the client portal are intended to save you time and decrease stress, while improving the communication, efficiency, and convenience associated with your case.
Client Portal Features
Calendar
Accessible by both you and your attorney, the integrated calendar lists all upcoming events relevant to your case. Important dates such as court hearings can be scheduled, along with any other details including a map to the courthouse.
Document Sharing
All important documents associated with your case are stored in one secure area and accessible online from anywhere. Avoid faxing, emailing and snail mail by simply uploading your case documents into the client portal, where you and connected staff members will be able to view and access them.
Invoicing & Payments
The client portal allows you to view or download any invoices associated with your case, and also make secure online payments via credit card or eCheck.
Secure Communication
Sensitive and privileged information no longer needs to be sent to an unsecure email address. You can easily send secure messages to your attorney or their staff from within the client portal and all messages will be organized and filed for you.
Virtual Consultations Available
PHONE
cmichaelkellypa@gmail.com
FAX
(941)749-3185
Business Hours
- Mon - Fri
- -
- Sat - Sun
- Closed
ADDRESS
339 6th Ave. West, Bradenton, Florida, 34205
DIVORCE GROUNDS IN FLORIDA
In Florida, the legal termination of marriage, commonly referred to as divorce, can be granted based on various grounds as outlined in the state statutes. Here, we detail the grounds recognized under Florida law:
1. No-Fault Grounds: • Irretrievable Breakdown: Florida operates as a no-fault divorce state, requiring neither spouse to prove fault for divorce. The primary reason for dissolution is often cited as an "irretrievable breakdown" of the marriage, where both parties agree that the marriage is irreparable.
2. Fault-Based Grounds (less common yet applicable): • Mental Incapacity: If one spouse is deemed mentally incapacitated for a minimum of three years prior to filing for divorce, and the incapacity is deemed uncurable, it can serve as grounds for dissolution.
• Adultery: Although less common due to Florida's no-fault system, adultery can still be cited as a reason for divorce if relevant to the case.
• Desertion: Willful desertion by one spouse for at least a year without justification can be grounds for dissolution.
• Cruelty or Abuse: Instances of physical or emotional abuse towards one spouse by the other can be cited as grounds for divorce in Florida.
• Felony Conviction: A spouse's conviction of a felony and a prison sentence of at least three years can be grounds for dissolution if the other spouse does not forgive or resume cohabitation after the conviction.
It is important to note that while these fault-based grounds exist, they are less commonly used in modern divorce proceedings due to the simplicity and efficiency of no-fault divorce. No-fault divorce typically involves less conflict and is often less emotionally taxing for both parties.
In conclusion, Florida offers both no-fault and fault-based grounds for the dissolution of marriage. However, most divorces in the state are granted based on the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, eliminating the need to assign blame to either party.
C. Michael Kelly, P.A.
