My wife and I have lived in florida for over a year. Less than a month ago we separated and she moved to Texas where she has filed for divorce. She is claiming that she has been a resident of Texas for 6 months and a resident of that county for 90+ days, neither of which is true. I was served today and do not know where to go from here. I tried the legal aid offices here and they will not help because it is a petition from Texas. What to do?
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My wife (soon to be ex) has filed in the wrong state.
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You need to object based upon lack of jurisdiction.
Do NOT file anything in Texas - you need to answer and file a motion to dismiss based upon lack of jurisdiction. You really need an attorney - many will give you an initial consultation for free, or you can call the Florida State Bar Association for a low-cost referral.
Also, FL is incredibly good to pro-se litigants. Have a walk down to your local court-house.
Do NOT file anything in Texas - you need to answer and file a motion to dismiss based upon lack of jurisdiction. You really need an attorney - many will give you an initial consultation for free, or you can call the Florida State Bar Association for a low-cost referral.
Also, FL is incredibly good to pro-se litigants. Have a walk down to your local court-house.
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