Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana
My house and car was tied up in bankruptcy which as of now I am released. I was divorced before the bankruptcy, and the judge gave me exclusive use of my house and car for me and the kids. I have now recieved the deed to my house and title for my car. Within in six months of purchase for house and car my ex was arrested and has never lived with the family since. We have four sons that when I filed for child support the judge said he had proven he had a rare multiple personality disorder that meant he would get SSI and never have to pay child support. I have managed to support my kids. My question is if he has never even made a payment but at the time in good faith both our names are listed on house and car, what would be my next step to removing his name off my property. Thank you so much. Gwen Hampton
1 Answer from Attorneys
Exclusive use does not mean sole ownership. So you will have to file an action to declare you sole owner of the house and car. Unfortunately during the marriage you and he were partners, 50-50 on everything including income, even if only one made that income.