Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Going through a divorce.

I'm going through a divorce and I want to know if I can start a checking account in my name only or do I have to wait until the divorce is final?


Asked on 6/27/07, 12:46 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Re: Going through a divorce.

There is no law against a married person opening an account in his or her name only. However, if you do not have a temporary agreement deliniating what income or asset belong to whom, the money you put in there may still be considered marital property and part of equitable distribution. I suggest you or your attorney negotiate a temporary agreement with your spouse.

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Answered on 6/27/07, 1:03 pm


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