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answered on Dec 13, 2023
Hello! Since you have been separated for 13 years, how complicated your divorce would be would depend on whether you have minor children or assets and/or debts together. I cannot provide too much advice as I do not know your situation. It could be a very simple divorce and depending on the... View More 
answered on Dec 22, 2023
There are many factors that the court must consider in determining an alimony award, including the relative financial positions of each party, the length of the marriage, and the purpose for awarding alimony in a particular case. A consultation with a family law attorney will help you understand... View More
ex wife is dragging out divorce. filed over 2 years ago and no final date in site. can she claim my social security benefits if the marriage isn't final and we are still legally married at 10years?
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answered on Nov 28, 2023
The duration of a marriage can impact entitlement to Social Security benefits, particularly in the context of a divorce. Generally, for an ex-spouse to claim Social Security benefits based on their former spouse's record, the marriage must have lasted at least 10 years. This is a federal... View More
This is for a divorce and I have moved to a different county I don't have a car to be able to drive to the other county. I was there for 6 months
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answered on Nov 15, 2023
Yes, you can file a motion to dismiss a divorce case that was filed in the wrong venue. In Florida, a divorce case must be filed in the county where either party has resided for at least six months immediately before the filing of the petition for dissolution of marriage. If the case was filed in... View More
I've been instructed to deliver an indexed notebook for my divorce trial to my wife's attorney and to the judge. If I create a physical binder I assume I'm having to do multiple binders and if so, how do I make sure the judge receives a copy?
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answered on Dec 7, 2024
Yes, this is an easy process. She will need to file a Notice of Voluntary Dismissal. The clerk will then send it to the Judge who can then dismiss the divorce.
the court order said i must exit the location within 30 days of the order, i did, but now i have found myself homeless i lost my place to live, can i go back and enter the property or visit my kids on the property
answered on Nov 27, 2024
The short answer to your question is no, you have no legal right to re-enter the property. In the event your former husband would agree to allow you to re-enter, then you could, but not otherwise. Good luck
In 2023 we received 17k for damages from a back wages settlement. This settlement went towards a credit card and a car loan while we were married, both of which she assumed responsibility for in the divorce settlement Oct 2024. The settlement was from a case originated in 2016. We declared chapter... View More
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answered on Nov 23, 2024
This is a complex situation that intertwines bankruptcy, divorce, and settlement funds. The key issue here is that the settlement from 2016 should have been disclosed during your 2020 bankruptcy proceedings, making those funds part of the bankruptcy estate - even though you received them later in... View More
I ask because it's a 36 page form
answered on Nov 19, 2024
If the business was created during the marriage and were living together, it is a marital business. She gets on half.
Paperwork to be submitted 10 days prior to court date, not sure if the statements are part of that or just the witness list.
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answered on Nov 13, 2024
For the pretrial statement a list of all potential witnesses with their name, address and phone number. The other side must be able to have sufficient information about your potential witness in the event they want to conduct an interview with them prior to trial.
No alimony or custody, this is regarding marital assets only
answered on Nov 12, 2024
You should include your proposed equitable distribution. List each asset and liability with a value and how you think that they should be divided. Pretrial catalog is sort of a road map. List all of your pints but you generally do not need a written statement. Speak with a local family lawyer for... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2024
Yes. Assuming that you mean pretrial catalog, put bullet points of what each witness will testify to. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
answered on Nov 12, 2024
No. So long as your spouse does not comingle the inheritance with any marital property, an inheritance is non-marital.
Child is 9. Father lives out of state & has not been involved since birth. He is on birth certificate & is court ordered to pay child support from other state. He was told that anything to do with custody or visitation would be FL courts. He never filed for anything. He's accused me of... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2024
It sounds legally like you are in control. Offer him the terms that you want and if he does not like it then he can go to court. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Since 2022 husband has had 3 pay raises and 3 large bonuses, and I haven't received a dime over $750.00.
answered on Oct 14, 2024
Generally speaking, temporary support is modifiable. If $750 is not enough and you can prove both need and ability to pay more then go back to court and ask for more. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
My wife blindsided me with divorce a month ago, she left but hasn’t filed. She took the suv she was using but it is financed in my name and registered in my name. We have no assets only debts. She has made no attempts to get a job so she can’t afford the payments. Can I legally take the car... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2024
Consider filing for temporary orders in family court. These orders can provide immediate relief and address the possession of marital assets (like the vehicle) and custody arrangements while the divorce is pending.
I live in Florida, I have a family consist of 6 members my wife and I with daughters 19 y and 14y and sons 18 year 16y, I would like to sell my home and move outside the country for one year because I have work in my an original country .
my wife and son want not to move with me and I can... View More
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answered on Oct 13, 2024
Hello Fathi,
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with your family situation. Moving abroad while ensuring your family's well-being is a significant decision that requires careful consideration. It's important to have open and honest conversations with... View More
I have only retirement left to my name I assets. I am currently unemployed. And in need of my options from here.
answered on Oct 4, 2024
Not clear what your question is. If the retirement assets were accrued during the marriage then your spouse is entitled to half of the value. Depending on your age, health and other factors both parties may be expected to work by the court. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.
Filed a domestic violence injunction in Pinellas county on 2-22-2023 ( she don't live in Santa Rosa county neither do I ever. Then on 12-07-2023 filed for divorce in pinellas county, the day after I filed my answer to the divorce she filed violations of the injunction she says happened feb 3 ,... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2024
Sounds like you have a mess on your hands. You need a very good divorce attorney to sort this out. If there is a warrant for your arrest, that needs to be cleared first.
a on going divorce case in a total different county?
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answered on Sep 27, 2024
No, child support should typically be filed and handled in the jurisdiction where the child resides or where the ongoing divorce case is already being handled. If your divorce case is ongoing in a different county, it's likely that the same county would handle matters related to child support.... View More
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