Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Me and my husband are separated and i have the two kids. I want to move to Michigan with them and no one has filed for a divorce yet. How long do i need to be in another state before i can file there?


Asked on 1/20/14, 7:18 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Justin Rickman Justin Rickman

All states are different. In Florida, you must reside for 6 months before you are considered a resident. Once residency is acquired the Michigan, courts can then exercise jurisdiction upon you filing a petition for dissolution.

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Answered on 1/24/14, 11:40 am


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