Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada
divorce with chapter13
Do I have to wait for a chapter 13 bankruptcy to end before I file for a divorce. If I sell my share of our house, do I have to pay off the chapter 13 out of the money received.
Asked on 3/14/06, 4:39 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Smith
James E. Smith Ltd.
Re: divorce with chapter13
No to both questions, although you would have to get the Court's permission to sell your house.
Answered on 3/14/06, 9:42 am
Anita Webster
Webster & Associates
Re: divorce with chapter13
You cannot file for divorce (or pursue an existing divorce) while a bankruptcy action is pending without getting a Lift Stay Order--you can petition the court for the same or enter into a stipulation for the Lift Stay.
Answered on 3/14/06, 4:53 pm