My spouse won't leave?

Posted in Legal Questions - Family Law

My spouse will not leave the marital home. How can I get my spouse to leave?

In the absence of domestic violence (where one party may obtain an Injunction for protection from domestic violence), or agreement of the parties that one party will leave the marital home, both parties have equal legal right to the marital residence and neither can be compelled to leave without agreement or order of the Court. In most instances, the Court will not entertain a motion to have one party leave the marital home until after the petition for dissolution has been filed and the parties have tried to resolve the matter through negotiation or mediation.

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Legal Seperation in Florida?

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Is there such a thing as a legal separation?

No. Unlike many states which require a cooling off period before filing for divorce, Florida law has no such legal requirement. Upon physical separation of the parties, temporary agreements as to distribution of assets and liabilities and care of children can be made before the finalization of divorce.

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Common law marriage?

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Is common law marriage recognized in Florida?

Not unless the parties began to cohabitate continuously before 1970. Any issues regarding distribution of property are not generally addressed under Florida matrimonial law. Custody and support issues regarding minor children are addressed under the paternity portion of Florida law.

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