How Florida’s 2025 Wage Law Impacts Divorce Financial Planning
Minimum Wage Increases Are Changing the Game
Florida’s minimum wage will increase to $14 per hour for non-tipped workers by the end of 2025, with tipped workers seeing a rise to nearly $11. This change—part of a phased approach voters approved in 2020—may seem like a win for workers, but it also brings a wave of financial considerations for families going through divorce, especially when calculating Spousal and Child Support.
What It Means for Spousal and Child Support
When determining support payments, Florida courts look closely at each party’s income and ability to earn. With wage floors rising, courts may:
- Adjust support expectations upward, especially if one or both spouses work in hourly-wage jobs
- Recalculate imputed income for unemployed or underemployed spouses
- Reassess need-based alimony based on a higher cost of living and adjusted income brackets
For example:
If a stay-at-home spouse reenters the workforce post-divorce, their potential earnings may now be calculated using the new wage standard—even if they haven’t yet secured a job.
Smart Financial Moves to Make Now
1. Update Your Budget
Start with a realistic look at what your post-divorce expenses will be with inflation and rising wages. Adjust expected housing, childcare, and insurance costs accordingly.
2. Gather Documentation
Income documentation is critical. Make sure to compile:
- Pay stubs and employment letters
- Tax returns and W-2s
- Childcare expenses and health insurance estimates
If you’re seeking alimony, learn more about your options on our Alimony page.
3. Consider Future Earning Capacity
For couples splitting up in 2025 or beyond, understanding earning potential—not just current income—is key. Florida courts increasingly use vocational evaluations to assess employability. Our Uncontested Divorce and Contested Divorce services can help you prepare accordingly.
Why Legal Support Matters More Than Ever
With wage changes reshaping financial baselines, it’s easy to miscalculate what you’re entitled to—or obligated to pay. At Gisondo Law, we help you take control of your financial future by making sure every detail is accounted for.
Whether you’re facing spousal support challenges or need help navigating child custody and finances, our team is here for you. Contact us at 561-5304568 for an In-office Free Initial Consultation today. For more information about Gisondo Marriage and Family law please visit their website https://gisondolaw.com.