Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

We were married in Palm Beach County Florida but the marriage certificate was lost in the mail and never filed with the state. We have no children and no poperty together. Do we need to get a divorce?


Asked on 11/09/09, 4:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alan Wagner Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.

Yes, if you want to be divorced.

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Answered on 11/14/09, 5:20 pm
Brent Rose The Orsini & Rose Law Firm

You don't need a divorce because you aren't married. If the marriage certificate was never filed, your marriage is not valid. You can't be married without the certificate. If you want to be together, you will need to be married. If you want to be apart, you may need an annulment if you need the court's help in settling property and debt issues. Otherwise, feel free to just move on.

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Answered on 11/14/09, 6:29 pm


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