Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

If my partner and I get married in a state where gay marriage is legal but live in a state it's not will our children be protected? I have parents that would take our children away from my partner if anything happened to me. I don't ever want that to happen what can I do? Also, since DOMA is gone if we do get legally married how would that help us? What would we gain?


Asked on 1/26/14, 3:46 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert McCall Law Office of Robert McCall

Impossible to answer. Protected from what? How? The issues are so new no Florida appellate court has issued a decision on point.

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Answered on 1/26/14, 9:59 am
John Smitten Carey and Leisure

Gay marriage is not recognized in FL. Contact my office for free consultation 727-446-7659

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Answered on 1/26/14, 3:08 pm
Justin Rickman Justin Rickman

There is no gay marriage in Florida. Did you both adopt the minor children? If so your partner would retain custody should something happen to you.

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Answered on 1/27/14, 7:15 am


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