Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio
my husband took a VOLUNTARY separation from his employment 3 months ago. he got a lump sum payment for this and he continues to receive his salary for a year. we are now getting ready to divorce, the monies (lump sum) he received are considered marital assets is it not?
2 Answers from Attorneys
They would likely be considered marital property. I would be happy to represent you in the divorce.
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Dan Guinn
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A spouse's retirement benefits are considered a martial assets, regardless of how they are paid out. Keep in mind that as soon as a divorce action is filed, marital assets are deemed to be frozen so that money can't be moved around very easily.