Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Debt with Income Taxes/Fiance Responsibilities

I am planning to get marriage to a man who owes money to the IRS-income taxes in US. We are Canadian. When married I am going to be held responsible for his IRS debt?


Asked on 2/12/09, 2:31 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Debt with Income Taxes/Fiance Responsibilities

No. However, money in joint accounts can be seized by the IRS to satisfy the debt.

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Answered on 2/12/09, 2:36 pm
jeffrey lazroe Jeffrey A. Lazroe attorney at law

Re: Debt with Income Taxes/Fiance Responsibilities

I agree with Mr. Browde. Keep your money separated.

If you need further information, please feel free to contact me.

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Answered on 2/12/09, 4:42 pm


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