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July 27, 2025 5 mins


Attorney Jonathan Jacobs explains due process in family law, emphasizing the importance of making specific legal requests in court. Divorce and Family Law Podcast highlights the potential pitfalls of self-representation and the necessity for proper legal representation to ensure fair outcomes in family law cases, particularly regarding alimony and child support.

  • It's not just about what you say, but how you say it.
  • If you do not request something in court, you may not receive it.
  • Due process is essential in family law cases.
  • Child support is mandatory, regardless of requests.
  • Self-representation can lead to significant legal errors.
  • Proper legal representation is crucial for fair outcomes.
  • You must be informed of all evidence against you.
  • The right to rebut evidence is a fundamental aspect of due process.
  • Alimony requests must be clearly stated in petitions.
  • Fairness in legal proceedings is paramount.

"It's not what you say, it's how you say it."
"Child support is mandatory."
"It's a reversible error not to petition for it."

00:00
Understanding Due Process in Family Law
02:55
The Importance of Proper Legal Requests


Call Jacobs Law Firm at 407-335-8113 to learn more. This is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. www.jjlawfl.com

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