Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Indiana

divorce and bankruptcy

My girlfriend is going to declare bankruptcy along with her soon to be ex-husband. Once the bankruptcy is filed they can complete the divorce. We plan to get married. What is my liability to the bankruptcy and how can I protect myself and my assets?


Asked on 5/17/01, 8:40 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Dorene Philpot Philpot Law Office

Re: divorce and bankruptcy

The bankruptcy is HER bankruptcy, so your assets won't be subject to her problems.

However, given the circumstance, I would be very cautious about commingling debts and assets after the marriage.

I would let her prove herself to you first.

She could get into another mess and can file for bankruptcy again in 6 years, and it sounds like you won't want to go along with that willingly.

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Answered on 6/25/01, 6:25 am


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