Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

My husband threatened to take away my paycheck if I didn't sign the divorce papers. Is this extortion?


Asked on 3/07/11, 8:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Elliot Goldstein Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein

How can he take your paycheck without your consent?

If the marriage is over, then it is over.

The law in Florida gives the judge discretion to hold one party responsible for all or part of the other party's attorney fees and costs. That depends upon the comparative financial resources of the parties. Therefore do not assume that you cannot afford an attorney.

How long have you been married?

Do you have any minor children.

How much do you earn?

How much does he earn?

Does either party have an interest in any land? If so, how much equity is there?

Does either party have any retirement accounts?

If you opt to proceed without the assistance of counsel, be aware that you will not be entitled to a �do over� if things go badly.

The above information is provided without any consideration/payment having been received, and without full knowledge of all of the facts.

An internet inquiry is no substitution for an in-office consultation with an attorney.

If your situation falls within the Greater Tampa Bay area, I would be happy to schedule you for a no obligation half hour office consultation. The main office is in Dunedin, with a satellite location in Tampa.

Feel free to Google me.

Good Luck, Elliot Goldstein

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

1587 Main St., Ste. C

Dunedin, FL 34698

Tele. No.: 727/455-6596

Law Offices of Elliot Jay Goldstein, P.A.

550 N. Reo St. Ste. 300

Tampa, FL 33609

Tele. No.: 813/810-1500

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Answered on 3/08/11, 3:29 am


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