Common Divorce Questions Answered
An experienced Boca Raton divorce attorney understands that nothing is black and white in divorce and that the law can affect your case differently from the next. Here are some common questions and answers to divorce.
My girlfriend/boyfriend and I have lived together for five years. Do we have a common law marriage?
Probably not. Florida does not have common law marriages but does honor common law marriages from other states.
I supported my spouse during graduate school. Am I entitled to alimony?
It depends on the circumstances of your marriage and divorce. Our lawyers can help you make a strong case to argue for financial reciprocation for the length of time they were in school.
My spouse has incurred large gambling debts. Will I have to pay for them when we divorce?
It depends. Gambling debts can be considered personal or communal property by the court based on how they are treated by both parties during the marriage.
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