Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
If my husband files for divorce in Florida and I live in Virginia, would I be required to go to Florida to contest the divorce over marital property?
Asked on 4/14/10, 7:55 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Yes, if you expect the Florida Court to conduct hearings to effect
the equitable distribution of the marital property.
Answered on 4/19/10, 8:04 pm
Paul B. Ward
Law Offices of Paul B. Ward
That depends on the facts of your case. If you and he last lived together in Florida, or if for any other reason Florida has jurisdiction over you personally, you may have to go there to contest his claims to marital property. But if Florida does not have personal jurisdiction over you, it is likely that he can only get the marriage ended, with nothing being done about property.
You would be well advised to consult a Florida attorney about the case.
Answered on 4/20/10, 8:01 am
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