Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Louisiana
I live in Louisiana, Been Married about a year been together 2 an things been rocky between us off and on separated few times alot has happen. Ok my question is we are getting back together again, im getting a settlement large amount money i got hurt on a job year ago. I want to buy a house an want to protect it from her if devorce ever happens. can i use some sort of Prenuptial form i make her sign and not have her take it from me after i buy an we move in? i love her but want to protect myself
1 Answer from Attorneys
Personal injury settlements are separate property even if you are married. However, once you comingle that property with community property, it loses its separate nature. You need to keep the funds totally separate and have her sign a document at the Act of Sale stating that you are using separate funds to purchase the property and keep it separate. You should contact a family law attorney to assist you with keeping it all straight. The attorney handling your accident case can likely assist you or recommend someone who can.
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