About Copley & Hargaden PA — Family Law Sebring

Copley & Hargaden PA serves family law Sebring clients from its Commerce Avenue location in Highlands County, with attorney Alison Copley leading the firm’s family law and divorce practice. The firm handles divorce proceedings, custody matters, and related family legal issues for clients throughout the Sebring area, providing representation that clients consistently describe as professional, compassionate, and results-oriented. Alison Copley has earned a reputation for acting 100% in the best interests of the children involved in her cases and for bringing both skill and grace to difficult circumstances.

Family law Sebring clients at Copley & Hargaden benefit from an attorney who brings honest, direct counsel alongside genuine empathy. The firm completed one client’s divorce in under five months from first contact — an outcome that client described as surprisingly smooth given the circumstances. Alison Copley is recommended by peers and clients alike as a knowledgeable attorney who knows her field and gives her clients honest advice, even when that advice isn’t what they hoped to hear.

What Clients Say

Reviewers describe Alison Copley as the best divorce attorney they could have chosen, praising her professionalism, child-centered approach, and ability to make an extremely difficult process feel manageable. One client noted that despite a 30-year marriage ending, the firm handled everything efficiently and completed the case by late July after a March engagement. Multiple reviewers credit both Alison and Brett for representing them with grace during their lowest points and rebuilding their confidence throughout the process.

Family Law Sebring — Practice Areas & Services

• Divorce & Dissolution: Contested and uncontested divorce proceedings, property division, and spousal support determinations in Highlands County.
• Child Custody & Time-Sharing: Parenting plan negotiation, custody modification, and advocacy in time-sharing disputes.
• Estate Planning: Wills, powers of attorney, and basic estate planning documents for Sebring-area families.
• Personal Injury: Injury claims and accident representation for clients throughout Highlands County.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Florida handle alimony in a long-term marriage?

Florida recognizes several types of alimony, and the appropriate type and duration depend heavily on the length of the marriage and each spouse’s financial situation. For marriages of 17 years or more, courts may award permanent alimony in appropriate circumstances. Florida law was revised in recent years to create presumptions against permanent alimony in shorter marriages, making the specific facts of each case crucial. An experienced Sebring family law attorney can help you understand what to realistically expect based on your marriage’s particular circumstances.

What happens to the family home in a Florida divorce?

The marital home is subject to equitable distribution in Florida. Courts can order the home sold with proceeds divided, award the home to one spouse in exchange for other marital assets, or defer the sale — most commonly when minor children are in the home and maintaining stability is a priority. The presence of a mortgage, negative equity, or disagreements about the home’s value can complicate these decisions and may require a formal appraisal.