Legal Question in Family Law in Florida

Re: Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, Florida

If the child is not of this marriage, the child is not an issue. However, under that particular statute, BOTH spouses must be present at the final hearing. Make sure you qualify concerning assets as well...

Re: Simplified Dissolution of Marriage, Florida

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Probably. Make sure you qualify under the financial guidelines and file all necessary paperwork. If the child is not from this marriage, the child is not an issue.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.