I was married 18yrs.to my first husband he has retire,I'm on disablityI'm 61yrs.old can Idraw from his benefits.

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   Judy Goldstein

   Mokena Divorce / Separation Lawyer

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   Answered January 31, 2013 20:24. Was a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) a provision in your Judgment for Dissolution? If not, you might be out of luck. You should bring all your divorce papers to an attorney for a firsthand review.

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   J. Kulerski

   Oak Brook Divorce / Separation Lawyer

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   Answered February 01, 2013 10:30. If you are asking if you are entitled to a portion of his pension, the answer depends on how the pension was dealt with in your judgment for dissolution. Your best bet is to consult in person with a divorce lawyer ASAP.

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