How do I file for divorce in Indiana?
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How do I file for divorce in Indiana?
To file for divorce, you’ll need to submit a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage. The Clerk’s Office does not provide a form for this petition. You can research what language the dissolution document should contain at a law library. For legal assistance, seek the advice of an attorney.
Who gets to stay in the house during separation?
Whether or not you contributed equally to the purchase of your house or not, or one or both of your names are on the deeds, you are both entitled to stay in your home until you make an agreement between yourselves or the court comes to a decision.
What rights do I have if I leave the marital home?
The Family Law Act 1996 also grants the following home rights: The right to stay in your home unless a court order excludes it. The right to ask the court to enable you to return to your home (if you have moved out) The right to know of any repossession action taken out by your mortgage lender.
How can I legally make my husband move out?
How to Make a Spouse Move Out During Divorce
- Try to come to an agreement with your spouse. Before pursuing action through your attorney and involving the court in your living situation, try talking to your spouse.
- Determine whether there are extenuating circumstances.
- Request an order for exclusive occupancy.
How do you split a house by separating?
Understanding how the home can be divided
- Sell the home and both of you move out.
- Arrange for one of you to buy the other out.
- Keep the home and not change who owns it.
- Transfer part of the value of the property from one partner to the other so that your children have somewhere to live.
Who pays mortgage during separation?
Even during a separation, both of you are responsible for paying any joint debts such as your mortgage loan. It doesn’t matter if only one of you continues to live in the home. You must still pay your mortgage lender regardless of being separated or filing for divorce.
Can I force my ex partner to pay half the mortgage?
To get your ex to pay half of the mortgage you can simply request them to do this and get it in writing if they refuse then you could potentially apply to the courts for spousal support. If you no longer want the mortgage to be on your ex partner’s name you can get a mortgage in your name and buy the property out.
Can you separate but still live in the same house?
Going through a legal separation while still living with one another can be challenging, but it is certainly possible to establish separate rules to be agreed upon by both parties.
Does my husband have to pay half the mortgage if he leaves?
Does My Ex-Partner Still Have to Pay the Mortgage? You’re equally liable for the mortgage, even if the loan is based on one party’s income or one of you moves out. Your lender can pursue both of you either jointly or individually for the payment – plus any costs, legal fees or loss made upon any possible repossession.
Is Partner entitled to half my house?
If you and your partner bought your house or flat together it is likely that you will both be entitled to share in any money made from its sale. If the tenancy is in your sole name, or jointly with your partner, you are entitled to stay.
What happens if my ex stops paying the mortgage?
If you stop paying your mortgage repayments in full then your home could be repossessed by your mortgage lender. The other implications are that your credit score could be negatively affected that will have an impact on any future mortgage application, mobile phone contract or loan approval.
