Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
divorce pending in new york
my wife went to court after i served her with divorce papers and the court says i must pay her $5000 in legal fees or i will be in contempt i have been living in florida since march 17 the order was served today sept 10th to my attorney in ny.can they come to florida to arrest me if i don't pay.there are no minor children involved they are both married
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: divorce pending in new york
A NY order has no effect in Florida
Re: divorce pending in new york
yes-it sounds like a valid court order.I would suggest you e-mail me your phone number to discuss further. Time is important from the facts you have stated.
Re: divorce pending in new york
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Although you can be held in contempt, it is doubtful that "they will come to Florida" and arrest you if you do not pay. More than likely, a civil order will be entered holding you in contempt. It might be enforced if you return to New York and should be stopped by the police for any reason.
Scott R. Jay, Esq.