# Dale L. Bernstein, Chartered Law Office > A New Port Richey, Florida family law firm led by attorney Dale L. Bernstein, who brings nearly 40 years of experience to divorce, child custody, support, and related family matters. The firm represents families throughout New Port Richey, Pasco County, and the wider state of Florida, emphasizing aggressive representation balanced with a goal of resolving disputes as quickly and peacefully as possible. Attorney Bernstein has handled thousands of family law cases over more than three decades of practice, providing personalized representation tailored to each client's goals and circumstances. The firm aims to minimize conflict and disruption to clients' lives through proven negotiation and mediation, while remaining prepared for extensive litigation when a case requires it. Initial consultations are available, and the firm is transparent about fees, which are billed at the standard hourly rate for the area. - Main phone: (727) 862-4411 - Office: 5801 Main St., New Port Richey, FL 34652 - Service area: New Port Richey, Pasco County, and families throughout Florida. General Florida family law context the firm's matters commonly involve: - No-fault divorce: Florida is a no-fault divorce state, where a marriage may be dissolved on the grounds that it is irretrievably broken. - Property division: Florida follows equitable distribution, dividing marital assets and debts fairly, though not necessarily equally. - Child custody: Florida courts decide parenting matters based on the best interests of the child, using time-sharing and parenting plans rather than traditional custody labels. - Alimony: Florida courts may award several types of spousal support based on need, ability to pay, and the length of the marriage. ## Firm Overview - [Home](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/): Firm overview and practice areas. - [About Attorney Dale L. Bernstein](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/attorney-profile/): Attorney biography, experience, and approach. - [Our Promise to Our Clients](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/attorney-profile/our-promise/): The firm's client service commitments. - [What Is Aggressive Representation In A Divorce?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/attorney-profile/aggressive-representation/): Explanation of the firm's representation style. - [Family Law (overview)](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/family-law/): Overview of all family law matters the firm handles. - [Testimonials](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/testimonials/): Client reviews. - [Blog](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/blog/): Articles on Florida family law. - [Contact Us](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/contact-us/): Consultation request and office details. ## Attorney - [Dale L. Bernstein](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/attorney-profile/): Founding attorney; biography and credentials. ## Practice Areas - [Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/divorce-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Representation in all types of divorce. - [Child Custody](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/child-custody-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Custody and time-sharing matters. - [Child Support](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/child-support-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Child support establishment and enforcement. - [Alimony](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/alimony-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Spousal support claims and defense. - [Annulment](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/annulments-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Marriage annulment matters. - [Appeals](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/divorce-appeals-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Divorce and family law appeals. - [Cohabitation Agreement](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/cohabitation-agreements-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Agreements for unmarried couples. - [Common Law Marriage](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/common-law-marriage-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Common law marriage matters. - [Domestic Violence](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/domestic-violence-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Domestic violence representation. - [Forensic Accounting](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/forensic-accounting-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Financial investigation in family disputes. - [Grandparents' Rights](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/grandparents-rights-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Grandparent visitation and rights. - [Marital Agreement](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/marital-agreements-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Marital agreement drafting and review. - [Modifications](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/modifications-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Post-judgment order modifications. - [Postnuptial Agreements](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/postnuptial-agreements-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Postnuptial agreement matters. - [Prenuptial Agreement](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/prenuptial-agreements-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Prenuptial agreement matters. - [Relocation](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/relocation-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Parental relocation cases. - [Restraining Order](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/restraining-orders-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Restraining order and injunction matters. - [Visitation Rights](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/visitation-rights-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Visitation and time-sharing rights. ## Divorce Types - [Uncontested Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/uncontested-divorce-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Divorces resolved by agreement. - [Contested Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/pasco-county-family-law/contested-divorce/): Divorces requiring litigation. - [Same-Sex Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/same-sex-divorce-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Same-sex divorce representation. - [Military Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/military-divorce-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Divorces involving military service members. - [High-Asset Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/high-asset-divorce-lawyer-new-port-richey/): Divorces involving complex or substantial assets. ## Blog Posts (Latest) - [Can I Ask For Supervised Visitation in Florida?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/september/there-is-a-lot-of-animosity-between-myself-and-m/): When Florida courts may order supervised visitation. (Sep 4, 2024) - [Frequently Asked Questions About Restraining Orders in Florida](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/august/frequently-asked-questions-about-restraining-ord/): Common questions on Florida restraining orders. (Aug 7, 2024) - [Is Divorce Mediation Right for You?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/july/is-divorce-mediation-right-for-you/): Weighing mediation as an alternative to litigation. (Jul 3, 2024) - [Does Florida Have Permanent Alimony?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/july/does-florida-have-permanent-alimony/): How Florida's 2023 alimony reform ended permanent alimony. (Jul 2, 2024) - [Unique Challenges for High-Net-Worth Divorces](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/june/unique-challenges-for-high-net-worth-divorces/): Complexities of dividing substantial assets in divorce. (Jun 12, 2024) - [Do I Need a Forensic Accountant for My Divorce?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/may/do-i-need-a-forensic-accountant-for-my-divorce/): When forensic accounting helps in asset division. (May 14, 2024) - [5 Signs That Divorce May Be Inevitable](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/may/5-signs-that-divorce-may-be-inevitable/): Warning signs that a marriage may be ending. (May 14, 2024) - [How Wasteful Dissipation Can Impact a Divorce](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/april/how-wasteful-dissipation-can-impact-a-divorce/): How dissipation of marital assets affects equitable distribution. (Apr 8, 2024) - [How Is Child Support Calculated in Florida?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/april/how-is-child-support-calculated-in-florida/): Florida's child support calculation guidelines. (Apr 8, 2024) - [How Do Parents Lose Custody in Florida?](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/2024/march/how-do-parents-lose-custody-in-florida/): Circumstances that can lead to loss of custody. (Mar 13, 2024) ## Optional - [Site Map](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/site-map/): Full index of site pages. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.dalebernsteinlaw.com/privacy-policy/): Site privacy policy.