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

Asked over 2 years ago - Glen Burnie, MD

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?

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Mark Kotlarsky

Reputation Level 10

Answered over 2 years ago. Divorce / Separation Lawyer in Laurel, MD.

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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.

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Paula Jeanette Mcgill

Reputation Level 16

Answered over 2 years ago. Contracts / Agreements Lawyer in New York, NY.

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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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