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tarafenton · Feb 25, 2009, 02:01 PM

Hello

I've been separated from my husband for just about 2 years. I moved to NY and he still lives in FL where we got married. We have moved on with our lives and remained friends but just don't see each other being together anymore.

We have no kids or assets to split. I do own a house in FL that I bought before we got married. I have a prenup that I had a legal document specialist prepare, which states I owned the house before the marriage. He doesn't expect anything from me and same for me. We just want to part ways legally.

Should I use a document specialist or just download the forms from FL or NY (does it matter)? Will I have to travel to FL? Any general info is appreciated.

Thanks

George_1950 · Feb 25, 2009, 10:18 PM

He is a resident of FL, and, as far as I am aware, the divorce would be filed there because of the jurisdictional requiredment; in other words, he is not bound by a judgement of a court that lacks personal jurisdiction.
As for a document specialist or downloading forms, well, you get what you pay for.

artlady · Feb 25, 2009, 10:30 PM

Do It Yourself Divorce: Divorce Forms and Divorce Papers Available Online

EveYoung · Feb 25, 2009, 10:34 PM

Talk about it, agree on everything each other want go before the judge get the papers signed.

Fr_Chuck · Feb 25, 2009, 10:51 PM

If there are no children, no property issues and you both agree to all terms, yes a paralegal, or even one of the discount lawyers that merely prepare the forms would be fine.
It is possible to use the online forms but I still perfer the real person to help.

arnimal7 · Feb 25, 2009, 10:57 PM

Well it sounds like you 2 are civil to each other. I live in Arizona and we have here The Divorce store. I don't know if you have one or something like it there. I almost got divorced a few years back and we were going through the divorce store. No lawyers and it was 700 all together. Not bad. Good luck and sorry to hear that

tarafenton · Feb 26, 2009, 08:07 AM

Thanks for all of the responses. I'm still wondering if I would have to be there in front of the judge or do we just send the paperwork to the court.

tarafenton · Feb 26, 2009, 08:11 AM

Originally Posted by artlady

Do It Yourself Divorce: Divorce Forms and Divorce Papers Available Online

Have you used this service?

George_1950 · Feb 26, 2009, 09:05 AM

Originally Posted by tarafenton

Thanks for all of the responses. I'm still wondering if I would have to be there in front of the judge or do we just send the paperwork to the court.

I believe 'live' testimony is the rule; as 'plaintiff', you will have to prove your case based upon the ground you allege in the petition.

artlady · Feb 26, 2009, 10:25 AM

Originally Posted by tarafenton

Have you used this service?

No I have not but the few sites I researched seemed to be too complicated.This site looked very straight and to the point.

henrymaquli · May 23, 2009, 07:08 AM

Lawyers from opposing camps will have the final chance to convince the jury

during the closing arguments. Typically, the prosecution will prove guilt

while the defense will argue innocence. Then, the judge will give

instructions to the jury.
It's now time for deliberation and conclusion. Some cases will take a few

minutes while some take a few days. Upon reaching the verdict, the courtroom

clerk will read it aloud.
With this process, it would be unwise to hire a lawyer who doesn't specialize

in DUI law. And don't even try to defend yourself. A DUI charge is a serious

matter and should be given to the hands of the expert.

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henrymaquli
Divorce Lawyer

henrymaquli · May 23, 2009, 07:10 AM

Lawyers from opposing camps will have the final chance to convince the jury

during the closing arguments. Typically, the prosecution will prove guilt

while the defense will argue innocence. Then, the judge will give

instructions to the jury.
It’s now time for deliberation and conclusion. Some cases will take a few

minutes while some take a few days. Upon reaching the verdict, the courtroom

clerk will read it aloud.
With this process, it would be unwise to hire a lawyer who doesn’t specialize

in DUI law. And don’t even try to defend yourself. A DUI charge is a serious

matter and should be given to the hands of the expert.

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henrymaquli
Divorce Lawyer

cadillac59 · May 23, 2009, 12:11 PM

Someone missed the mark and posted a DUI law comment on this thread.

Martial status can be terminated in any state in which the petitioner otherwise meets the state's residency requirements and personal jurisdiction over the respondent is not necessary. If you want to divide assets and allocate debts you need personal jurisdiction over the respondent; however, even if in your case NY lacks personal jurisdiction over your husband in FL, he can still consent to it. If this whole thing is uncontested file in NY if it is easier for you. And avoid non-lawyers if you want it done right and don't want to waste your money.