If my boyfriend and I get married, does his ex-wife have access to my income to enhance her maintence payments?
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If my boyfriend and I get married, does his ex-wife have access to my income to enhance her maintence payments?
Asked on June 21, 2012 under Family Law, Illinois
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
You hail from Illinois, correct? As far as I can see a court in that state will look to the income of the new spouse in child support issues rather than in spousal support issues. But if your husband say quit his job and you supported him in a lavish lifestyle I could see a judge using the catch all "and any other relevant factor" when determining a modification. It is always good to sit with ana ttorney in your area just to run your facts by him or her so you can be prepared. Good luck.
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