Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Possible Divorce/Abandonment

I believe that my husband of two years, together 6 1/2, may be tucking away money in CDs , stock, etc with plans to get a divorce. When we got married he didn't want me to go back to work (Registered Nurse), and now that I have decided to go back in March, I see him on the internet moving money around. What do I need to do to protect myself in case he does, and leaves me penniless and in debt ? This money includes the sell of a condo of 300,000 as well. I am not a greedy person, however he is an impulsive person, with major alcohol and related health problems, and is mentally abusive...that is one reason why I must return to work, and for health insurance coverage that he needs. He may also have infedility issues. He is self-employed and he is diminishing his workload as well. This is both our second marriage. No children during this marriage. One child (23 years old) with his last marriage whom he refuses contact with in 5 years.


Asked on 1/07/07, 4:30 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Barry Kaufman The Law Office of Barry W. Kaufman

Re: Possible Divorce/Abandonment

All or some of the money he's moving around may be considered marital property, which means you would have a legal right to some of it.

In the short term, I recommend you set up a checking and savings account in your name only and start tucking away some cash of your own. You may also want to get a credit card in your name only just in case (don't use it now). You'll want some credit in your own name if you separate. You know all this from past experience, though, right? if not, there are plenty of web sites on divorce. You can start with divorcenet.com

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Answered on 1/08/07, 5:24 pm


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