Can I move out without it affecting me?
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Can I move out without it affecting me?
My spouse and I have been married for 23 years. He told me that he doesn’t
love me anymore and wants to separate/divorce after our youngest daughter
graduates this school year. The kids know what’s going on as he told them
without me. He wants to give our daughter a stable home, which seems impossible under the circumstances. We both work full-time, have a house and he also gets VA disability (we are both veterans). He states that there are no 3rd party involvement. I just need general advice as this is awful. I don’t know my rights. I kind of want to move out but I’m not sure if that will be considered abandonment.
Asked on August 26, 2018 under Family Law, Ohio
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for the situation. I would strongly suggest that you seek legal consultation with an attorney in your area and bring with you a list of all your assets, your tax return and a list of liabilities. List everything - in one name or both - and sit with the attorney and explain the situation. These days there is no need to sue for abandonment because all states have what is called a "no fault" divorce. I believe in Ohio it is called incompatability (also separation for more that one year). However, many attorneys will tell you that you lose ground when moving out without an agreement in place (a written agreement that is). I also strongly suggest that you and the kids go to counseling. They need to know your side and express themselves in a saf environmnent. Good luck.
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