Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia

marriage

If you marrie a stage 4 colon cancer patient what would you need to protect yourself from his bills.

I have owned the house for 6 years and we've only been together for 1 years. He was diagnoised 5 months ago.

How can I protect myself?


Asked on 10/09/07, 10:18 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

SHERRY RAGOLE RAGOLE & ASSOCIATES, LLC

Re: marriage

If you have assets and are considering marriage, you should consult with a law firm that is experienced in pre-nuptial agreements.

Please feel free to call my firm if you are not already working with someone.

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Answered on 10/09/07, 10:25 am
Scott Riddle Law Office of Scott B. Riddle, LLC

Re: marriage

A pre-nuptial agreement is NOT generally to protect you from outside creditors. Generally, you are not responsible for someone else's debts, even if it is a spouse. However, your joint property may be at risk. The easiest way one generally protects themselves is to maintain separate accounts, and separate property (ie, the house).

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Answered on 10/09/07, 11:58 am
Glen Ashman Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney

Re: marriage

I'm not clear from your post if you're already married or planning to marry. That affects the answer.

It would be a very good idea to consult with a lawyer to be sure all your (and his) paperwork is in order so that you are protected. My office could assist with this.

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Answered on 10/09/07, 12:00 pm


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