Does the partner in a domestic partnership assume the debts of the other partner?
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Does the partner in a domestic partnership assume the debts of the other partner?
I have debts and tax liens. I live with my girlfriend in her condo. If we were to do a domestic partnership so I could get on her insurance at work, would it put her at risk or liability regarding my past or present debts? Could my creditors go after her for my debts? Could her credit rating be affected?
Asked on December 16, 2010 under Bankruptcy Law, Nevada
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Your debts and the tax liens are "old debt" brought in to the relationship, correct? They were not incurred during the "official" domestic partnership or after the registration,correct? Then the debt is yours alone. What I would do is to seek out counsel on setting up a pre-domestic partnership agreement as to her assets and liabilities and your assets and liabilities. This way things are clear from the get go as to the two of you. Also, do not open any accounts together until your debt is resolved. Get some counseling as soon as you can both from an attorney and an accountant. You need to see the whole picture. Good luck to you.
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