Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Massachusetts

marriage and money

If a woman has bills aquired prior to marriage can her new husband be held accountable for them?


Asked on 8/13/07, 10:02 am

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JOHN TATOIAN LAW OFFICE OF JOHN A. TATOIAN ESQ.*Licensed Only in Massachusetts

Re: marriage and money

The short answer to your question is a spouse is not liable for debts of the other spouse accrued prior to marriage, pursuant to Massachusetts Law. There are some exceptions which may apply. Please feel free to consult my office for specifics.

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Answered on 8/13/07, 2:31 pm


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