Legal Question in Family Law in New Hampshire

I have recently asked my wife for a divorce and we still hold a joint checking account where my bi-weekly paycheck is being deposited. She has not been working for several years. I have asked that I be consulted prior to any funds being withdrawn or spent otherwise out of this account. She since proceeded, without my knowledge, to transfer funds from joint to her personal account, claiming it will be used to cover expenses for the kids. The available funds were limited, and given the need for me to have a temporary roof over my head, and transportation to and from work, I withdrew the remaining funds. She now proceeds to borrow money from her parents, again without consulting me, to cover expenses such as doctors visits and car repairs, claiming that these loans will need to be repaid by me. Am I accountable for these loans?


Asked on 4/06/10, 6:39 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bruce L. Dorner Dorner Law Office

I suggest that the key to your situation is to consult a lawyer and get an agreement between the two of you in writing or file for divorce and get a judicial order as to payment of bills and expenses on a temporary basis.

Clearly, an agreement negotiated between the two of you is preferable as it keeps legal fees down and helps to establish a working relationship after the divorce.

You might wish to take a look at the Collaborative Law process and review the web site at www.collaborativelawnh.org

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Answered on 4/11/10, 9:01 am


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