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About Us

We are the Leading Law Firm for Family Law & Divorce

Albert Alguadich Jr, Esq.

At Albert Matthews, we value our clients and strive to provide an unparalleled experience of professionalism and care that is unrivaled. It is with great pride that we look to be a trusted advisor by helping guide our clients through an emotionally difficult time. Using our experience and the various tools in our arsenal, we will work diligently to help guide you through an unfamiliar and what is seemingly a frightening process while keeping our promise to remain responsive and understanding to your needs.


It's our mission to provide professional and effective legal services for clients in Naples, Fort Myers, and Punta Gorda, we serve clients who are dealing with matters in marital and divorce law, paternity and disestablishing father’s rights, and family law and time-sharing (or child custody) issues as well as estate planning with wills and trusts, probate litigation matters and probate administration cases. Our attorneys are also skilled in handling civil litigation matters and appeals.

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Areas of Practice

We Specialize In All Aspects‍ Of Family Law

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Divorce & Family Law

Compassionate legal guidance and strong representation for divorce, custody, support, and other important family law matters.

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Estate Planning & Wills

Thoughtful estate planning solutions to protect your assets, honor your wishes, and provide security for those you love.

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Civil Litigation

Strategic legal representation for individuals and businesses facing disputes that require effective negotiation, resolution, or advocacy.

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Expert Attorneys

Meet Our Attorneys

Albert Alguadich Jr, Esq.

Albert Alguadich Jr, Esq.

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Trusted Divorce, Family Law & Estate Planning Attorney Serving Southwest Florida

Albert Alguadich Jr, Esq.

Kent M. Amo, Esq.

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An experienced Family Law, Real Estate & Title Insurance Attorney Serving Southwest Florida

Ginine Hanco, Esq.

Ginine Hanco, Esq.

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Experienced Divorce, Child Custody and Family Law Attorney in Southwest Florida

Nikki Ingelido, Esq.

Nicole Ingelido, Esq.

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Compassionate Family Law & Legal Advocate Serving Southwest Florida

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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

FAQs

Get answers to some of your most common questions. If you don't see the info you are looking for please contact us.

  • How long must I live in Florida before filing for divorce?

    Florida requires at least one spouse to have lived in the state for six months before filing for dissolution of marriage. The residency requirement applies statewide, so you don't have to live in the same Florida county for six months. Proof of residency may include a Florida driver's license, state identification card, voter registration, or testimony from someone who knows where you live.

  • What happens to child custody and visitation in a Florida divorce?

    Florida generally uses the terms parental responsibility and time-sharing instead of custody and visitation. When minor children are involved, the parents must submit a parenting plan, even if they agree about the schedule.


    The plan addresses each parent's time with the children, daily responsibilities, health care decisions, school-related matters, activities, and communication methods. If the parents can't agree, the judge creates a plan based on the children's best interests.

  • Can a man disestablish paternity in Florida?

    Possibly, but a man can't simply stop paying child support after learning through DNA testing that he isn't the biological father. Florida law generally requires a circuit-court petition, service on the mother or legal guardian, an affidavit about newly discovered paternity evidence, and recent scientific test results showing that he can't be the father.


    The filing requirements can differ depending on whether paternity or support was established by a court order, an administrative order, or another legal process. Because deadlines, service requirements, and access to testing can affect the case, legal advice is important before filing.

  • Can parents make their own child support or time-sharing agreement?

    Parents can reach an agreement, but a private agreement doesn't replace a court-approved parenting plan or child support order. The court must review the arrangement, and child support generally must follow Florida's legal guidelines unless the court approves a valid reason for a different amount.


    A parent also shouldn't stop paying court-ordered support because of a disagreement about time-sharing. Child support and parenting-time issues are separate, and each requires the proper legal process.

  • Do I need to update my will or trust after a divorce?

    Divorce and other family-law changes are good reasons to review your will, trust, beneficiary designations, powers of attorney, and health care documents. These estate-planning documents are separate from a divorce judgment, parenting plan, paternity order, or child support order, so they don't replace those court documents.


    After a divorce, the correct updates depend on your family circumstances, property, insurance policies, retirement accounts, and wishes for your children. An estate-planning attorney can help coordinate those documents with the terms of your family-law case.

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Why Choose Us

Estate Planning

Our two office locations allow our Fort Myers estate planning and Naples title insurance officers to conveniently meet and work with clients in the surrounding Collier County, Lee County and Charlotte County areas. And the flexibility of Albert Matthews having multiple locations within minutes from our local courts enables us to help you handle matters that require a skilled Fort Myers family law attorney and Naples divorce lawyer.



Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to handle the most complex cases, as well as the patience and sensitivity to listen to your needs and guide you toward a resolution that best suits you and your situation.

Estate Planning

Civil Litigation

Title Insurance

Real Estate & Business Law

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Blog & News

Our Legal Blog & Updates

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What Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role in Florida Family Law Cases

By Attorney Albert Alguadich Jr. • July 28, 2026
What Is a Guardian ad Litem? Understanding Their Role in Florida Family Law Cases
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We’re Growing! Albert Matthews Law Is Moving to a New Fort Myers Office

By Attorney Albert Alguadich Jr. • July 18, 2026
At Albert Matthews Law, growth has always been about one thing—better serving the individuals and families who place their trust in us. As our firm continues to expand throughout Southwest Florida, we’re excited to announce that our Fort Myers office is moving to a new location. Beginning July 24, 2026, we look forward to welcoming clients to our new office at: Albert Matthews Law12734 Kenwood Lane, Suite 10Fort Myers, FL 33907 A New Location, the Same Commitment While our address is changing, our commitment to providing compassionate, personalized, and experienced legal representation remains the same. Our new office offers a convenient location where we can continue meeting with clients in a comfortable, professional environment while providing the attentive service our clients have come to expect. Whether you’re planning for the future or navigating a legal challenge, our team is here to help guide you every step of the way. Legal Services You Can Count On Albert Matthews Law proudly provides legal services in: Family Law Divorce Child Custody & Timesharing Parenting Plan Modifications Mediation Wills & Trusts Estate Planning Probate Real Estate Matters Every client has a unique story, and we are dedicated to providing practical legal solutions tailored to each individual’s needs and goals. Convenient Ways to Connect We continue to make communication with our office easier than ever. 📞 Call Us: 239-215-0208 📲 Text Us: 833-597-4101 Whether you have questions about a legal matter, would like to schedule a consultation, or need assistance with an existing case, our team is ready to help. Proudly Serving Southwest Florida Our new Fort Myers location allows us to continue serving clients throughout: Naples Marco Island Bonita Springs Estero Fort Myers North Fort Myers Cape Coral Surrounding Southwest Florida communities We Look Forward to Welcoming You This move represents an exciting new chapter for Albert Matthews Law, and we’re grateful for the continued trust and support of our clients and community. If you’re planning to visit us after July 24, 2026, please make note of our new office location. If you have questions or would like to schedule your Free 30-Minute No-Obligation Consultation for New Clients and Prospects, we invite you to complete our Contact Us form. A member of our team will be happy to assist you. We look forward to welcoming you to our new Fort Myers office and continuing to serve Southwest Florida with the professionalism, integrity, and personalized legal guidance that define Albert Matthews Law.
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What Is Florida’s 20th Judicial Circuit? What Lee and Collier County Residents Should Know

By Attorney Albert Alguadich Jr. • July 14, 2026
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