Legal Question in Family Law in Florida
Keeping my money post divorce
I was wondering if I get a divorce, would my wife get half of everything I own, even though we have seperate savings account but a joint checking? Lets say i transfer all my money into my mothers account would my wife be able to have any of that money?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Keeping my money post divorce
These funds would certainly be considered as part of the marital estate.
Re: Keeping my money post divorce
The simple answer to your question is maybe. Florida adheres to "equitable distribution", nor community property. The differences are subtle, but can be substantial. Only after a full evaluation of your circumstances could an attorney properly advise you. There are too many factors which can influence the complete answer.
You should consult with an attorney regarding your rights and whether you should transfer assets into someone else's name or account prior to divorce.
Re: Keeping my money post divorce
As a general rule, spouses evenly divide everything they've acquired (including money made at work) since the day they were married. It doesn't matter how the accounts are titled. So, it doesn't matter that you have separate accounts; the accounts still get evenly divided, though there are a few exceptions. It wouldn't help if you transferred money to your mother's name. In fact, it would probably just look like you are hiding money.
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