Military Divorce · Near Eglin AFB
A military divorce is different. Your attorney should be too.
Service member or spouse, a military divorce carries rules a civilian case never touches. We help you understand your rights and protect what matters.
- Pensions, benefits, custody & deployment — all under one roof
- Local firm serving the Eglin community
- Confidential consultations, no pressure
Talk to a military divorce attorney
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No matter which side you're on
Two people, one set of military rules
Either spouse can be the one seeking a divorce. We represent service members and military spouses with the same depth — and we never assume which chair you're sitting in.
Protect your career, your pay, and your time with your kids
Deployments, PCS moves, and a military pension all shape your case. We make sure the outcome accounts for how service actually works.
- How your retirement is valued and divided
- Custody plans that survive deployment and relocation
- SCRA protections when duty affects the timeline
- Support figures that reflect real military pay, not guesses
Secure your fair share and the benefits you've earned
Years of moves and putting a career on hold count. We help you claim your portion of the pension and understand the benefits that may continue.
- Your entitlement to a share of the military pension
- Whether the 20/20/20 rule preserves your benefits
- Support during and after the transition
- Custody and residency when the other party may move
Same firm. Same experience. Whichever side calls first.
Why it's different
A military divorce isn't a civilian divorce with a uniform
Federal rules meet state court
The USFSPA, the 10/10 rule, and Florida law all apply at once. We work at the intersection so nothing gets missed.
Life moves — so should the plan
Deployment, PCS orders, and relocation can upend a schedule overnight. We build custody and support terms that hold up when they do.
The details carry real money
Pension division, SBP elections, BAH, and VA disability each change the math. Getting them right protects your future.
What we handle
The issues that decide a military divorce
Whether you file or you're served, these are the questions we help you answer.
Military pension & retirement
Valuing and dividing retired pay, applying the 10/10 rule for direct payments, and handling Survivor Benefit Plan elections.
Custody & deployment
Parenting plans that account for deployment, family-care plans, and time-sharing that puts the child first while protecting each parent.
Jurisdiction & residency
Deciding where to file when duty station, home of record, and residence don't line up — and what that means for your case.
Benefits & the 20/20/20 rule
Whether a former spouse keeps commissary, healthcare, and other benefits, and how BAH and allowances factor into support.
Not sure where you stand? A short, confidential call can make the next step clear.
Call 850.432.4143Why families near Eglin choose us
Local, even-handed, and fluent in military divorce
We're a Florida Panhandle firm that takes either side of a military divorce and treats both with the same care. You'll get straight guidance and steady advocacy, in and out of the courtroom.
- We represent both sidesService members and spouses — never assuming which you are.
- Military-specific knowledgePensions, SBP, SCRA, and the 20/20/20 rule are everyday work here.
- Close to baseConvenient to Eglin AFB and the Okaloosa–Walton communities.
- Clear, ethical guidancePlain answers during a stressful time — no jargon, no pressure.
“I can’t express my gratitude for the help I received from Tommy. You can truly see that he cares about his clients! They aren’t just looking for $$! Tommy is truly compassionate and here to HELP you, that’s very rare to find these days. Very fast response, honest & dependable. Thank you so much for your help, it really means the world to me! Highly recommend!”
— Verified client review Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.Common questions
Does it matter whether I'm the service member or the spouse?
Either spouse can start a divorce, and we represent both. What matters is that the case is built around the military rules that apply to your situation — the pension, benefits, custody, and jurisdiction issues look different depending on your role, and we tailor the strategy to yours.
How is a military pension divided in a divorce?
Retired pay is treated as a marital asset that can be divided under federal law and Florida rules. The 10/10 rule affects whether payments come directly from the government, and Survivor Benefit Plan elections can protect a former spouse. We walk you through how the numbers work for your case.
What is the 20/20/20 rule, and does it apply to me?
It's a federal standard that can let a former military spouse keep certain benefits after divorce when the marriage, the service, and the overlap between them each reach 20 years. Whether it applies depends on your specific dates, which we can review with you.
What happens to custody if one parent deploys or moves?
Deployment and PCS moves are common in military families, so parenting plans need to anticipate them. We build time-sharing arrangements and family-care provisions designed to protect the child's stability and each parent's relationship, even when duty requires travel or relocation.
Where do we file if we're stationed at Eglin but from another state?
Jurisdiction in a military divorce can turn on duty station, residence, and home of record, which don't always match. Choosing where to file is an early, important decision, and we help you weigh the options before anything is filed.
Speak with a military divorce attorney
Confidential. No obligation. We'll help you understand your options.
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Serving the Eglin community
Guidance for service members and spouses alike
Staples Law Group handles military divorce for families connected to Eglin AFB across Okaloosa and Walton County — with the same experience on either side of the case.
- Confidential consultations
- Military-focused case strategy
- Local to Okaloosa & Walton County