Legal Question in Family Law in Michigan

Divorce residency requirements

My husband and I have resided in Florida for over four years, but have a marriage license in Michigan; Do we have to file in Michigan or Florida?


Asked on 5/19/05, 5:58 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Blake Lipman Law Office of Blake P. Lipman

Re: Divorce residency requirements

Jurisdiction for divorce rests where the Plaintiff resides. As long as the Plaintiff has been in the State for the requisite period of time (varies by state). In your case, it appears that you have jurisdiction in Florida. For more info, please contact my office at (248)851-3171.

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Answered on 5/26/05, 8:15 am
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Divorce residency requirements

Florida

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Answered on 5/19/05, 9:09 pm
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: Divorce residency requirements

Where you received your marriage license has nothing to do with where you file for divorce. In Michigan, you must live in the state for more than 6 months and within the county in which you file for more than 10 days. I assume Florida is similar. William s. Stern

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Answered on 5/20/05, 3:17 am


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