Separated from wife over communication problems; wife has affair with trainer; I’m full-time, she’s part-time (6 months). My financial outcome after D
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Separated from wife over communication problems; wife has affair with trainer; I’m full-time, she’s part-time (6 months). My financial outcome after D
How badly financially could I hurt in a divorce, if she has been a homemaker, 2 kids, but a volatile personality. I want to sell home to reduce debt, after the split. Can I do this? Is it legal? Will a judge throw out she’s done and “throw me under the bus?”
Asked on June 22, 2009 under Family Law, District of Columbia
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
With children, a house and debt, the outcome of your divorce is far from a simple prediction. You need to have an attorney in your area review all of the unique facts of your case, for advice you can rely on.
Whever has primary residential custody of the children will probably receive child support from the other parent, and determining the amount is largely a mechanical process, based on the parent's incomes. Your wife's cheating won't make a big difference, in most cases, but it might not be completely ignored. And you need a lawyer, to make sure that you don't get "thrown under the bus." One place to find a qualified attorney is our website, http://attorneypages.com
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