Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Married 2.5 years Have not worked (only 6 months) the duration of the marriage I attend school fulltime & taken care of 3 terminally ill family members. Husband wants to file for divorce. He mortgaged the home in 2005; however, paid in lump sum over $75,000.00 from savings to pay off the entire mortgage during our marriage. I am not on the deed. Cannot confirm if any of the money in savings was deposited into account during marriage- husband wants me to leave the house & thus I would be homeless. I have little to no money however I pay for the electric bill, homeowners assoc.(both in husbs. Name), household items all toiletries & all groceries. In addition, during the time that I did work I purchased items & assisted my husband in paying for a kitchen & home upgrade (cabinets, appliances, first floor tiles); etc. which increase the property value.Can he lawfully kick me out of the house to become homeless? What are my rights? Husb. makes good $. Do I qualify for bridge gap ? Help.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Your option is to seek support and marital distribution of all assets. The court will decide after hearing all the evidence. Do not give up and do not move out voluntarily.
You should be entitled to half the value of the house plus alimony.
Use of a lawyer is recommended.
John Smitten, Esquire
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Noy enough information to give precise answer but I recommend:
1. Talk to an attorney ASAP
2. Do not leave the home until you have a good grasp of your rights.
3. Do not be afraid to call Police if he threatens or becomes violent.
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