Can a separated wife claim my inheritance?
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Can a separated wife claim my inheritance?
Normally your inheritance is excluded When married spouses separate, there is usually a payment made by the spouse whose property has grown the most. We calculate each person’s ‘net family property’ which is essentially the increase in value of their property during the marriage.
Is being separated still married?
Separation means that you are living apart from your spouse, but you’re still legally married until you get a judgment of divorce from a court (even if you already have a judgment of separation). There are three different types of separation.
How can I protect my money in a divorce?
Financial Documentation to protect your money during divorceCollect copies of financial documentation, ideally from a period of 12 months before your separation, including: Keep a running list of assets and liabilities to be divided during the separation – update this list as assets are sold or debts paid off.
