Re:Anyone come across this scenario... i_sing_alone: I was married less than a year, but I think the reason why I kept the marital property was that it had been exclusively in my name and was mine before the marriage. (I'm in NC)
I'm pretty sure the amount of time had nothing to do with it.
There is the possibility he could have an annullment, if he can get a judge to go for it. Much easier than a divorce- basically says the marriage is invalid. I was only married for 3 months, but the judge wouldn't annull because the "marriage had been consummated." (I was pregnant, it was kinda hard to hide.)
Annullment laws are probably different from state to state too. Worth checking on though!
Re:Anyone come across this scenario... jen: In CA, they have a summary dissolution for marriages of less that 5 years, with limits on community property assets/debts. It is a quicker dissolution process with less paperwork requirements...
If it was his before the marriage - it should be his separate property if the marriage ends
Try googling Illinois summary dissolution or Illinois Superior Court/Family Law
Re:Anyone come across this scenario... OldSchool: TWGFB: I think he's wondering what her motives are right now since there really hasn't been a formal separation yet . Thanks for explaining the annulment option.
mtmo: I'll look into that for him and gave him my uncle's number for free consultation. Dang it sucks to see my friends going thru this. :'( I have to be there for him, since my friends were there for me.
thanks again,
OS
