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Q: In FL, if I buy a car with inheritance money that I received while married, will the car be split 50/50 once I divorce?
Astrid M. Bismarck
Astrid M. Bismarck
answered on Jan 26, 2023

The final answer is more complicated, but the short answer is that it is very possible that you would have to share the asset. You should always consult an attorney before making financial decisions if you believe that there a good chance that the marriage will be dissolved at a future point.

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Q: My husband of 20 yrs. Has abandoned me Iam disabled Could I receive alimony due to my health & Accustomed Lifestyle?

No

Astrid M. Bismarck
Astrid M. Bismarck
answered on Jul 14, 2023

You may be able to receive spousal support if he has the ability to pay. There is a new alimony law in Florida. Please call my office if you wish to schedule an appointment. 305.444.5554

Thank you, Astrid Bismarck

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Q: I am divorcing my wife, we got married in Nicaragua 3 yrs ago, do I divorce her in the USA or in Nicaragua?.
Astrid M. Bismarck
Astrid M. Bismarck
answered on May 6, 2023

If you have lived together in Florida for at least the last six months, then a divorce is proper in Florida.

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2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Florida on
Q: Child offered seat at STEM magnet program, ex-wife refuses to allow child opportunity. What can father do to get custody

STEM program is only 1 hour away from the mothers house. Fathers house is 36 mintues away and is able to take and pick up child from school if he had majority custody. The mother has no job, and is fully capable of taking and pikcing up child from the STEM program, but refuses to for unknown... View More

Astrid M. Bismarck
Astrid M. Bismarck
answered on May 6, 2023

This is a co-parenting issue and if you have shared parental responsibility then you may consider filing an urgent motion to get this matter heard by the judge before school starts in August. These are never easy cases and you should consult with an attorney in your community further about your... View More

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Q: Can I file a motion to amend divorce petition to add facts relating to false accusations of DV?

I filed for divorce. My “wife” accused me of domestic violence and I was unable to see my son for 7 months. She also took out a civil injunction against me while I still had the ankle monitor. She filed the civil injunction the same day of hearing I had on motion to amend pretrial conditions... View More

Astrid M. Bismarck
Astrid M. Bismarck
answered on Apr 18, 2023

That may be a good idea but you should probably hire an attorney to draft this request and the amended petition for you.

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