Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

My husband has been going to a website trolling for women..he even met one for lunch..no sex I assume...we have been married 25 yrs..and only have 2 more yrs on our home mortgage..how do I protect my assests? He also abuses substances and drinks..he had 2 DUI'S in the first 7 yrs of our marriage and had one before I met him which i did not know..I have supported him and been a good wife all these yrs...


Asked on 10/16/14, 9:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Elliot Goldstein Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein

You already have a long-term marriage per Florida law. That puts you in a good position for alimony. If you want to really protect your marital assets, get them divided through a divorce.

You have to decide if the marriage is salvageable. If it is, then good luck to you. If it isn't, call an experienced family lawyer for a free consultation.

In Florida, with family law cases, depending on the parties' comparative financial resources, the Courts have the discretion to hold one party responsible for all, or part, of the other's attorney fees and costs. In other words, if the other party has significantly stronger financial resources, while you will still have to pay the retainer, do not assume that you will not be able to afford to retain an attorney. Reimbursement can be sought.

If you opt to proceed without the assistance of counsel, be aware that you will not be entitled to a �do over� if things go badly.

The above information is provided without any consideration/payment having been received, and without full knowledge of all of the facts.

An internet inquiry is no substitution for an in-office consultation with an attorney.

Call me to discuss the specifics of your case. I will give you a realistic idea as to the likely cost (fees and expenses). Then if you want, we can schedule a no-obligation office consultation.

Evening, and weekend appointments are available at the Palm Harbor office.

Please do not send text messages.

Elliot Goldstein

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

1014 Ohio Ave., Ste. B

Palm Harbor, FL 34683

Tele. No.: 727/455-6596

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

550 N. Reo St. Ste. 300

Tampa, FL 33609

Tele. No.: 813/810-1500

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Answered on 10/16/14, 12:01 pm


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