Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

If a married couple is being sued and in the middle of the lawsuit. Do they have to stay married in order to protect the marital assets from the lawsuit? Or can they get a divorce without anything changing where the lawsuit is concerned? The lawsuit is New Jersey Laws and the married couple reside in Florida and divorce would take place in Florida. Florida laws.


Asked on 4/11/13, 5:56 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

You should probably remain married so that assets you hold as tenants by the entireties will remain intact and therefore untouchable. Contact my office for free consultation 727-446-7659

Read more
Answered on 4/11/13, 3:36 pm


Related Questions & Answers

More Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption questions and answers in Florida