This post is being written to conclude and recap a series of articles on obtaining a Florida divorce after one’s spouse has been deported. I considered it important to write on this topic as individuals are often unaware of what rights they have in such a situation. If you find yourself in such a situation, then it is suggested that you speak with an attorney as soon as possible. My goal with these articles has been to provide information which a) will help people to understand their predicament and b) to provide information which will assist with the selection of counsel. If you need assistance, then contact my Melbourne office today to schedule an appointment.
I addressed several topics over my recent articles. Topics which I analyzed included:
- Eligibility for a Florida divorce after deportation
- Serving divorce papers on a spouse who has been deported
- Annulment vs. divorce after a deportation
- Actions to take after a divorce has been completed
I chose to address these particular topics for a number of reasons. First, if the spouses were living in Florida at the time of the deportation, it is important to understand whether one can file in our state. Eligibility to file can include the need to meet residency requirements and more. Second, it is common for one to not know where their spouse is after they have been removed from the country. In such situations, divorce papers may be served through what is known as “constructive service.” This is also known as “service by publication” in some jurisdictions. Third, depending on the facts of the case, a spouse may be eligible for annulment. Obtaining an annulment will mean that the marriage will be considered as having never occurred. Finally, knowing what steps to take after a divorce is important to making sure that one’s rights are protected.
An important point I made in each of these articles is that it is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible if your spouse has been removed from the country. Ending the marriage quickly can be important to protecting a number of rights. I am a Melbourne divorce lawyer who solely practices in the area of family law. I am able to assist with the handling of such situations and I look forward to being of assistance. Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation. We also serve those in Titusville, Cocoa, Palm Bay, Grant, Valkaria, and Rockledge, as well as in the Indian River County areas of Fellsmere, Sebastian, Vero Beach, Indian River Shores, and Orchid.