Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
Few questions
My husband and I have been seperated since January 15, 2008. He had an affair. We have a baby togteher and have already been to court and I have full custody. Since we have been apart he has cedit card debt and also has taken out a loan (not sure how much). Will I be responsible for this? Where shuld I go from here? We are not going to work it out. We have tryed but it fails. I'm just lost and need some help I have never been in this situation before, all new to me.
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Few questions
Your situation seems to be more complicated than what can properly be answered on a web site. Anyone's advice could change based on other information. Further, no one
can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. You need to immediately meet with a Family Law attorney for a full consultation before you take any further steps. You may feel free to call me to discuss this matter in more
detail. If you do so, mention Law Guru and your first one hour of time will be free. Good luck!
Rob Gleaner
Re: Few questions
You should not be, but the longer you are apart, the more complicated things can be for the both of you. If it is over, it is time to file for divorce. Feel free to call me or you can check out my website for more info: http://www.jackventurilaw.com
Re: Few questions
Not that you are legally responsible for credit cards in his name, but marital debt is subject to distribtion between the parties. Filing a complaint for divorce ends the accumulation of marital debt for purposes of the divorce.
On the other hand you might reconcile. You might want to try to fix this situation before you move on to another relationship where the same situation might arise. Infidelity seems to be rife these days.
Gary Moore, Esquire
Hackensack, New Jersey
www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com
Re: Few questions
There is no such thing as legal separation in New Jersey. The Court order you received only governs custody, and maybe support for your child.
If you want to separate your legal responsibilities, you more than likely need to file for divorce.
I would be happy to follow up with you. Please email me directly or call my office if you would like to schedule an appointment either in person or by telephone. My contact information is listed in the links below.
Disclaimer: You can not rely on the advice of an attorney given over the internet. The exact facts of your situation, including facts which you have not mentioned in your question, may completely change the result for your situation.
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