Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Divorce/Pension

I looks like I may be heading for a divorce (married 38 yrs, husband alcoholic) and I need advice. I take care of all of the finances at home but my husband has now been asking me questions about my pension. My pension cannot start for another 7 yrs and will be approx. $325./mo. I overheard him on the phone and think that he is planning on doing something with his pension which is what we live on. I do not have any income. What are my rights regarding this? Can he just take his pension away? Thank you.


Asked on 4/26/08, 9:54 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Divorce/Pension

Everything acquired between the marriage ceremony and the date of the filing of a complaint for divorce is usually divided 50/5/, except gifts and inheritance which are not marital assets.

You are entitled to one half of all assets acquired

during the marriage, including pension benefits, in a divorce.

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Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 4/26/08, 10:18 am
Robert Davies The Davies Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Divorce/Pension

He absolutely can not take away his pension and leave you with nothing.

I am sorry to say this, but it sounds clearly like you need to start planning for a divorce. Go see a divorce attorney now, sooner rather than later after he does something which causes harm to you.

Please call my office if you would like my assistance. I would be happy to speak to you on the telephone, but it will take more than just a brief telephone call to assist you with these issues.

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Answered on 4/26/08, 5:54 pm


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