Can My Spouse Take My Retirement In A Florida Divorce?

Can My Spouse Take My Retirement In A Florida Divorce? I’m family law attorney Scott Kalish. Today, we’re tackling a question that’s on the minds of many going through a divorce in sunny Florida: “Can my spouse lay claim to my retirement funds?” What about stocks, 401(k) plans, pensions, or other benefits? Divorce can be […]

Florida Non-Marital Property

In Florida, understanding the difference between marital and non-marital property is crucial during a divorce. Non-marital property refers to assets or liabilities that are excluded from equitable distribution, meaning they remain the sole property of the original owner.   Our legal team specializes in identifying separate vs marital property to ensure your interests are protected […]

Florida Marital Property

Florida law explicitly states that marital property is comprised of those “[a]ssets acquired and liabilities incurred during the marriage, individually by either spouse or jointly by them.” § 61.075(6)(a), Florida Statutes¹. Typically this means that identifying an asset or liability as “marital” or “nonmarital” will in part come down to determining when the asset was […]