Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

Marrying a Man with Minor Children

I will be marrying a man with two minor children 15 & 10. If for any reason after we are married and he is unable to pay his child support, will I be held responsible for making the monthly payments? I own my own home and have other small assets that I don't want attached. How can I protect myself.


Asked on 7/13/07, 1:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: Marrying a Man with Minor Children

You will not pay directly for support of children that you have not accepted as your own. I suspect that the children may already be subject to a support order that tends to insulate you.

You should consider protecting all assets that you have prior to marriage. Ensuring proper title of property and written agreement may be advised.

I am available should you require legal assistance.

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Answered on 7/15/07, 9:27 pm
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Marrying a Man with Minor Children

You cannot be held responsible for his child support. As long as your assets are held either in your name (preferable) or in a marital status with your husband, they cannot be used for his support.

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Answered on 7/13/07, 1:55 pm


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