Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Life Insurance- Child Support

My Divorce Decree states my ex must have life insurance policy to cover child support until youngest is 18. The children are listed as primary beneficiaries on policy. I have not been given copy of policy. I am not listed on policy at all, will this be a problem in event of ex's death? Would I be able to receive monies to use as child support? Ex states since I am primary residential parent should not be a problem. I suspect, but do not know, that his current wife is also listed on policy. I do not want a long court battle over this. Should I go back to court to 1. obtain copy of life insurance policy, and 2. make sure I am listed as guardian or secondary beneficiary so as to receive money to use as support. Ex also owes me approximately 50,000 in attorneys fees that is not covered under this policy. Should that money be added to increase policy amount? Thank you for your assistance.


Asked on 11/30/04, 11:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Moses Williams Moses E. Williams, Attorney at Law

Re: Life Insurance- Child Support

Since you are not listed on the policy, you have difficulties getting the money. Yes, you should request the court to give you a copy of the policy. You may need to require your ex to list you as a beneficiary for the children. The court could also grant you attorney fees. I am available to consult with you on this case.

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Answered on 12/01/04, 10:58 am


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