My career was raising the kids. My attorney mentioned I would be entitled to Social Security benefits via my ex-husband’s record. How does this work? Will I still be able to receive one half of my ex-spouse’s Social Security benefits if I remarry?
Financial Issues
Is Going To Divorce Court The Only Way To Get Your Fair Share?
Karen Covy, a divorce lawyer in Chicago, answers: No. Going to court ensures nothing other than the fact that a judge – who doesn’t know you or your children, and will only be able to consider the facts that are admitted as evidence in court – will decide your case. Going to court generally takes […]
Are Bonuses Put Into One Spouse’s Account Considered Separate Property?
My husband received annual bonuses during our marriage that he put into a savings account in his name only. Are these funds considered marital or separate property?
Do I Need A Financial Advisor As Well As A Divorce Lawyer?
Do I need a financial advisor as well as a divorce lawyer? Won’t I be paying twice as much money for two professionals to do the same amount of work?
Will I Lose Some Of My Pension As A Result Of Divorce?
Will I lose some or all of my pension as a result of divorce? I don’t see why my spouse should get any of it – he has hardly worked a day in his life
Am I Entitled To Social Security Benefits Via My Ex-Husband’s Record?
My career was raising our kids. My attorney mentioned I would be entitled to Social Security benefits via my ex-husband’s record. How does this work?
Is An Inherited Summer Home Considered Separate Property?
I inherited a summer home from my parents. Is this home still considered separate property now that we’re getting a divorce?
Can My Spouse File For Bankruptcy To Avoid Paying Child Support?
John J. Gilligan, a family lawyer in Long Beach, answers: The filing of bankruptcy does not discharge a child support order. Child support must still be paid by the bankrupt party in the amount set forth in the family law court order. John Gilligan is a founding partner at the family law firm offices of […]
We Can Resolve Everything Except Property Division
Does the judge decide our entire case if we can resolve everything except how to divide some of our property?
How Will A Judge Split A Business My Spouse And I Own Together?
In Ontario marital property, or net family property, is the difference between the value of a spouse’s property on the date of separation and the value of their property on the date of marriage (net of liabilities). An exception is made for the matrimonial home, which is often split evenly between the spouses. On separation, […]
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