If I have inherited some money and want to put it in a saving account, can my ex-husband touch it and can the courts touch the money give to him?
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If I have inherited some money and want to put it in a saving account, can my ex-husband touch it and can the courts touch the money give to him?
Asked on July 9, 2019 under Family Law, Colorado
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
You write asking a question about your "ex-spouse"; that implies you are already divorced. In that case, he has no inherent right to it unless you violate some obligation you have to him (e.g. if you were supposed to buy the house from him or pay him support). If you do and he takes legal action to enforce that obligation, if he wins the legal action and you still don't pay, he could then go after any money or assets you have--including the inheritance.
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