Am I at financial risk?

#1 Guest_loopnet_*

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Hello-
I am engaged to be married to a man who pays significant child and spousal support to his first wife. Currently he pays over 5K per month to her in "family support". I am a professional woman, making a 6figue salary, own a home with some small investments that I would like to ensure I understand what risks I have
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If for some reason he loses his employment, am I responsible for his financial obligations to his exwife? Obviously supporting HIM would not be a problem for me, as that is part of a marriage/partnership- but certainly do not want to be at risk of supporting his exwife or kids.

His divorce agreement states that his spousal support ends after 5 years and she does not work outside the home. She is required by law to be back at work in a set number of years, what if she does not go back to work? What does the law do then? What risks do I have in this situation?

Pls Advise.

#2 M. Giordano

PA Attorney

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In most circumstances that can be envisioned you would not be responsible for your husband's responsibility under his divorce decree; however, in order to definitively determine your and your future spouse's potential liability under the scenarios you present
you are strongly urged to seek local legal advice.

Michael C. Giordano, Attorney in Mechanicsburg, PA

Disclaimer: Answers are not legal advice and is never a substitute for professional advice from an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction and retained to represent you.

#3 equalmar

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When it comes to marriage, whether it's your first or third, a prenuptial agreement can help address your concerns, and legally separate previously existing responsiblities. Often discussions about your financial future together, expectations and responsiblities naturally come from creating a prenup.

As the response above stated, you should speak with a state/local attorney who can outline your responsiblities as every state's laws differ when it comes to marriage and divorce.

Sarah Emond
Equalityinmarriage.org