Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Missouri
My ex-spouxe filed bankruptcy am i liabkle for all of their debts
My ex-spouse filed bankruptcy, a few days before doing so she purchased a new ford explorer are therer any laws against this? also she had her other vehicle repossessed a few months ago now that she filed bankruptcy on it am i going to be liable to repay this debt?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: My ex-spouxe filed bankruptcy am i liabkle for all of their debts
I could not tell from your question whether you and your ex spouses' divorce is final. If the parties were still married when the debts were incurred then there may need to be a determination of whether the debts are considered marital or non-marital debts during the divorce proceeding and you should request that your spouse indemnify you from the debt incurred for the purchase of the car as part of the divorce settlement. Otherwise your spouse's filing for bankruptcy may only discharge her personal liability for the debt.
I recommend that you consult legal counsel immediatly if you have not already done so to protect your legal rights. If you cannot afford the services of an attorney and are not eligible for free legal assistance through legal aid I recommend the following books as excellent resources on bankruptcy and divorce. They are How to File for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy by Attorneys Stephen R. Elias, Albin Renauer, Robin Leonard & Kathleen Michon
and Divorce and Money by Attorney Violet Woodhouse. Both books can be purchased from my website:
www.affordablelegalsolutions.com
Also if you would like a free 30 minute consultation on this matter I can be reached at 816-256-4814.
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