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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: Husband petitioner in uncontested divorce can I still get my maiden name back
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on Mar 28, 2014

Yes. But you must request that at the final hearing.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: Can I manage my divorce in Florida from Puerto Rico

I am actually separarated but are moving to Puerto Rico and I will have a job and won't be able to come to Florida.

Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on Mar 28, 2014

That will be difficult.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: Does spouse still get alimony if half of the family net worth is enough to maintain her standard of living?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on Aug 9, 2013

I agree. It really depends on how much money she receives.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: What is a counterclaim versus s counter petition in Florida? I answered the dissolution of marriage on April 1st,2013,

Which was the due date. wouldn't a counterclaim or a counterpetition be due at the same time? I want to amend my answer to the petition, what do I do now?

Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on Jun 7, 2013

If you just filed the answer, you can immediately file an amended and a counter.

Here is the rule:

RULE 1.190. AMENDED AND SUPPLEMENTAL PLEADINGS

(a) Amendments. A party may amend a pleading once as a matter of course at any time before a responsive pleading is served or, if...
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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: My husband and I went in front of a General Magistrate on May 21,2013 for a Pre-Trial Conference. I just received in the

Mail the Magistrate's Report and Recommendations. This is a Dissolution of Marriage Case.One of the Magistrate's recommendations stated, "The parties are encouraged to reach an agreement which can be fully performed. In absence of an agreement, the court shall set this cause for a... View More

Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on Jun 7, 2013

The judge is giving you a hint that you two will be happier if you settle and agree.

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3 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: My wife has remarried and I dont think we are divorced...can I remarry?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 21, 2013

I assume you asked her? Or you can look on myfloridacounty.com for a divorce judgment.

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: My daughter came home from a weekend with her dad saying she witnessed disturbing things. She is 2. I'm worried. Advice?

She witnessed her father harm me. I have a restraining order and full Custody, but he gets her every other weekend court ordered. I'm afraid he is letting her see things that are extremely inappropriate and I'm worried for her safety. What should I do?

Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 21, 2013

If this is really a safety issue you should call the abuse hotline. A child protective investigator will visit within 24 hours. 1800-96-abuse

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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law for Florida on
Q: I have property owned by me and my ex girlfriend who was married when purchased together. Can I get her off the deed

This is a warranty in which she listed her name as single yet she is married. I want to keep the property and she will not sell. Do I have any options.

Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

The only easy way is if she signs off on it. Otherwise it will be a complex problem.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Florida on
Q: If you sell property to someone and they go to jail and not pay for it can a judge take it from me its in my name?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

If they sue you to take possession of the item - and a judge enters judgment against you. Otherwise No.

3 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: I was a resident of NC and married in NC. I've been seperated since 7-28-11 I live in FL now. How do I file for divorce?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

The requirement to file for divorce in Florida is residency for six months prior to filing. So you do qualify to file in Florida. If you have a minor child living in NC that would possibly change my answer. We have an informative website at www.ForMyDivorce.com

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy for Florida on
Q: If I filed chapter 7 but it has not been discharged and I need to put a car title in my name can I do?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

Yes. There should be no danger to you in doing that.

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2 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Florida on
Q: Can my ex-wife take me back to court for more support when child support agency closed the case due to child turning 18?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

It also depends on whether support has "legally" terminated. In Florida support can continue to 19 if the child is still in high school (with some exceptions). You are absolutely safe if the child is 18 and has graduated.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Florida on
Q: Can a petition for dissolution of marriage be amended after the respondent has been served?
Howard Iken
Howard Iken
answered on May 10, 2013

If they already responded you can get an order from the court giving you the right to amend. Court are normally liberal with giving permission.

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