Florida doesn't recognize "common law marriages", so one cannot file in court for dissolution of one. Custody of children born of such relationships would be determined by actions for child custody. Division of jointly held real property would be done by actions for partition.

Your remedy is to return to court on a motion for enforcement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Yes, 12-29 is the trade day based on what you shared.

If she will not cooperate then your remedy is to return to court on a motion for enforcement. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

When a divorce is filed, any wage earner is expected to continue to earn at the same level unless the reduction in income is out of their control. Child support is based on each parent’s income. If a person becomes voluntarily underemployed then you can argue that to the judge. Speak with a local... View More

If the case is still pending in Missouri you would need to first speak with an attorney in Missouri to address the case there and see if it can be transferred to Florida now that both of you live in Florida.

The legal standard for children’s issues is what is in the best interest of the child. If the incident that you are referring to had nothing to do with the child or did not happen in front of the child then it is not relevant. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Florida is a no fault state. When you file for divorce you simply claim “irreconcilable differences.” The only significance that the affair may have is if your spouse is spending marital money on the affair. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

If the divorce decree requires him to make certain payments, and if it can be proven that he failed to do that, he can be held in contempt of court. And if he is found to be in contempt of court he could be jailed. It's not clear whether the divorce decree is from Florida or Virginia.

File a response explaining the reasons why you oppose the transfer. You may need to research legal reasons to object. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Your inquiry is a bit vague as to whether the first case is over with zero recovery, and if so, why. You seem to indicate that the statute of limitations period expired, but that issue likely has nothing to do with the issue of which witnesses should be contacted. You are also vague, ad to both... View More

The answer will depend on what kind of agreement you entered into with your former spouse when you agreed to the termination (verbal, written, etc.). Since you did not file anything with the court then there may be a chance; however, your former spouse will argue that you reached an agreement and... View More

If she is asking you for money or some other benefit to prevent her from showing it, she's likely committing a crime, and you can report her to law enforcement - IF you want this issue to become public record and IF having her arrested, possibly hauled off to jail, and prosecuted is desirable.... View More

As long as you have been a resident of Florida for at least six months you can file for divorce here. You will need to serve your spouse with the papers in PR but you don’t have to go there. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

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answered on Nov 5, 2023

If you believe your constitutional rights have been violated in court, particularly in matters as serious as custody disputes where you feel your children are in danger, it is critical to seek legal advice immediately.

Contact a local attorney with experience in family law and civil rights... View More

You must file for divorce in order to get legal protection. You are entitled to one half of the marital assets (and liabilities) accrued during the marriage. You also have an equal right to live in the property that is rented to both of you. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

Yes, if you reside in Florida you can file for divorce in Florida.

I am a family attorney so I cannot give you advice on your rights to sue her employer. I can say that many companies frown upon this sort of behavior and if they are made aware of it, it could lead to both your wife and the coworkers to be terminated. Not sure if you want to do that, as when you... View More

In Florida, alimony is based on financial need and financial ability to pay. The legal issue regarding extramarital affairs during the marriage is focused on the money spent on the affair. You may be entitled to a credit for any monies that your spouse spent on the affair. The issue with a... View More

If the loan was incurred during the marriage, especially related to the marital home, it is a marital debt, regardless of whose name is on it. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.