Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Do I have to split my money with my deadbeat hubby? Pay alimony to him?

When my husband and I were first married, neither one of us owned anything of value. When he left us, I owned a car in my name. Today, we are separated. He lives in a rented room, I live with our daughter at my mother's. I have a better car worth more than $5,000. Also, I have just started a job that pays more than I ever made before. I want to start a savings account, but I am afraid that if I save a great deal, and later on he decides to divorce me first, he can get the money, as I earned it while we were still technically married, even though we haven't seen each other outside child-support court in 7 years. Would he be able to get part of my savings and car if he divorced me first? Also, it's doubtful he will improve his station in life as I have--will I have to pay him alimony? He pays minimal child support, contributes nothing else of value to the family, and hasn't visited our daughter since the separation.


Asked on 5/27/04, 7:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Re: Do I have to split my money with my deadbeat hubby? Pay alimony to him?

Why aren't you getting a divorce now? Your questions are on point, but may be moot if you get your divorce as soon as possible. It appears to me that his claims would be unlikely to be upheld by a Court. That would not stop him, however, from making your life (more) miserable by making the claim anyway. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, before you take any further action, you should contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. I will be happy to assist you. However, you need to call me at 856-546-8010. If you mention LawGuru, there will be no charge for your first consultation. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 5/27/04, 7:23 pm


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