Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Ex spouse's judgement....Does this affect the wife's property

A judgement (in the husbands name only)was placed on the property in January, 2000. a quick claim deed was filed in May of this year. the divorce was final in May of this year. Will the Judgement follow the property or the ex husband.


Asked on 6/05/00, 11:58 am

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Gerald Hershenson Law Office of Gerald M. Hershenson

Re: Ex spouse's judgement....Does this affect the wife's property

Assuming the property was held jointly as tenants by entireties (husband and wife ownership) a individual judgement is not a lien against the jointly held property. Upon entry of a divorce and transfer of title pursuant to a divorce decree it should not effect the title to the property. However, I suggest you consult with an attorney to review the full facts.

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Answered on 7/25/00, 9:57 am


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