You have the right to file an action in Florida under Florida Statues Section 61.09 for support unconnected with a dissolution of marriage action. But that is only a temporary fix. Florida has jurisdiction to dissolve your marriage, but not to award permanent alimony to you because the two of you never lived together in Florida. California is the last state that you both lived together in, but he lives in Texas now, which may be the best state to file in. Perhaps filing to get immediate support in Florida may be a good first step, but you should seriously consider filing in Texas to get all of the relief that you need. Good luck and best wishes to you.
Answered on Aug 08th, 2012 at 5:08 PM