If my wife left after 20 years and I have no retirement, am I entitled to part of her retirement?
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If my wife left after 20 years and I have no retirement, am I entitled to part of her retirement?
There is property involved I had prior to marriage but owe more now than when we married. She is willing to sign the property over if I sign her retirement over. The house is mortgaged to the hilt. Will I loose my house if we go to court. What should I do?
Asked on September 1, 2012 under Family Law, Georgia
Answers:
Paula McGill / Paula J. McGill, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Nonmarital property is not included in the divorce proceedings. However, if you made a mistake by giving her an interest in the property while you were married or allowed her to pay the mortgage or improve property, she might be entitled to a percentage of the value of the property. If you are concerned about the property division, retain an attorney. At the minimum, spend time and money by visiting an attorney during an office visit for a consultation.
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