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Can a divorce decree from another country be enforced in Florida?

Posted by Nydia Streets of Streets Law in Divorce

If you were divorced outside of the United States and you need a Florida court to enforce the terms of the foreign divorce order, you should know about some limits the law places on enforcement. The same goes for contracts entered in family law matters in another country. Generally, however, you should rest assured most non-Florida judgments and contracts are honored by the Miami Family Court.

Is there a residency requirement for my Florida family law case?

Posted by Nydia Streets of Streets Law in Divorce

When filing your Miami divorce, an important question to ask yourself is “How long do I need to live in Florida to get a divorce?” Without you meeting the minimum residency requirement, a Miami divorce court does not have jurisdiction to sign your final judgment of divorce.

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Three steps to take before you see a Miami divorce lawyer

Posted by Nydia Streets of Streets Law in Divorce on December 7, 2015

There are several aspects to consider depending on the length of the marriage; whether or not children are involved; how much property/debt has been accumulated; etc.  Organizing and discussing how you plan to tackle these issues with your soon-to-be-ex, if possible, is important to do even before you see a Miami divorce lawyer.

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