After being legally seperated for 10 it looks like husband is filing for divorice.What am I entitled to, beyond original agmt?

Glen Burnie, MD Viewed 26 times. Posted 30 days ago in Divorce / Separation

We were married in 1993.Original seperation agreement filed in 1999,said he was to keep insurance on me as long as we were seperated. ( there was abuse involved )Thats all I asked for at the time. Though seperated, we dated on and off until 5 yrs ago.He wants to drop me off his policy and to do so he must divorice me. JUST A NOTE : I have not been accepted by other insurance companies due to pre-exsisting conditions.
During our marriage I supported him while he attended school/apprentice program with fed govmt.
Can I be entitled to anything such as retirement/401 K etc?Should I obtain an attorney? Or should I just allow him to file uncontested?

Answers (2)

Mark Kotlarsky

This attorney is licensed in Maryland and 1 other state. Posted 29 days ago.

It is hard to decide what rights you may have without reading the agreement. In the absence of an agreement, you would be entitled to a portion of 401(k) and pension, possible alimony, etc. He can file whatever he likes, but you will need to file a counterclaim within 30 days of being served. You should hire an attorney as soon as possible.

Paula Jeanette Mcgill

This attorney is licensed in Maryland and 3 other states. Posted 25 days ago.

You should seek legal assistance to ensure that he continues to provide health insurance as well as other marital assets. If you haven't already retained an attorney, I am available to talk to you in my office in Baltimore.

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