Garymustang1977 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Hello all, I successfully filed for divorce, had my wife served and the 61 days have lapsed. However, my wife filed her response to the divorce with a day to spare and so she's contesting it. There are no attorneys involved and if you've read my other posts there's no need to. There are no children and we only have our debt and house to settle. My wife is unwilling to sell nor does she have money to buy my share of the equity. She wants me to give her 100% of the house, but no way can she pay for the mortgage. The irony is that likely she'd have to sell anyway. Her demands are way out of line and I've told her that in a community property state a judge will rule that we sell the house. Does anyone here have any advice? Am I now in a stalemate? How can I get her to the courthouse and in front of judge without an attorney. We're cash poor. Thanks very much for your advice, Gary. Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Get a lawyer. Obviously she has one, and he/she advised her to wait right up until the day to contest the D. Borrow the money from a family member or a trusted friend. Do a written agreement with a witness that you'll pay back the money.. You need do this, otherwise your wife will run all over you. Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Lucky Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Get a lawyer. Obviously she has one, and he/she advised her to wait right up until the day to contest the D. Borrow the money from a family member or a trusted friend. Do a written agreement with a witness that you'll pay back the money.. You need do this, otherwise your wife will run all over you. Absolutely agree. Look at it this way - every dollar invested in a lawyer will be returned 10 to 1 in asset protection and less agravation down the road. Your vasectomy and legal representation during a divorce are two things that should never be DIY... Mr. Lucky 1 Link to post Share on other sites
carhill Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 See if your court can refer you to mediation. What does she have to offer for your equity position in the house? That could be equity from other assets, debt assumption, or both. IMO, don't worry about what she can afford. As an example, before we were divorced, my exW already had another boyfriend living in the house she received in the D, helping her out with living/home expenses. Women are resourceful. You worry about you. What's the next legal step? Prove-up? Link to post Share on other sites
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