Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

''Alimony-post property settlement''

Could I request alimony after we divorce and settle property with a communicable divorce using a ''Do it yourself divorce kit''?


Asked on 12/29/00, 12:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Melody Stickel-Martinez Melody Stickel-Martinez, Esq.

Re: ''Alimony-post property settlement''

Those who file for divorce are never required or obligated to retain an attorney and can use the self help forms/kit. However, retaining an attorney that knows the law in divorce will only help your case. Alimony can only be addressed after a divorce if the final judgment and settlement agreement states that it is modifiable and that the court reserved jurisdiction to address this issue.

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Answered on 12/30/00, 8:27 pm


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