the woman has a very good pension scheme and I have very little pension ...... she is 48 I am 57
2006-10-23 00:07:46 · 15 answers · asked by bill s 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
A lot depends on where you live. Is it a no-fault state? Is it a community property state?
Typically, all assets of the marriage will be split equally. This typically includes pensions as well via a QDRO (qualified domestic relationship order).
You can always argue for alimony - but it is highly unlikely that you would get it unless there are unusual circumstances.
Consult an attorney - or at least research on the internet for the laws in your state.
2006-10-23 00:15:10 · answer #1 · answered by cathy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it depends what country you live in first of all!
In the UK, it also depends on the length of a marriage.
Where there are no children involved, the default is a 50/50 split of everything. Everything includes pensions!
You need to work out what assets you both have, and then try to reach agreement on a split. If she wants to keep her pension scheme, then this will probably means you get a greater share of other assets (like the equity in your house) in order to make the overall settlement as near to 50/50 as possible.
2006-10-23 01:37:11 · answer #2 · answered by James 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on which part of the UK or US you are from. Scots law is totally different from English law etc.
I would also reckon it depended on how the divorce came about ie who had the affair, what documented evidence is there of bills you paid. credit card statements etc
It is quite complex, best thing to do is the right thing morally. If you were in the wrong, then be a man a let her get on with her life and take/keep whatever she wants.
If she was at fault then get a good solicitor to get all you can, unless you can reason with her and save you both a couple of grand splitting the difference.
2006-10-23 00:14:09 · answer #3 · answered by SunGod 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a better job. Was you in this for the good pension scheme? Get a second job and get a life.
2006-10-23 00:13:15 · answer #4 · answered by JM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're in the UK I believe you are entitled to half. Either way I'd check with a Solicitor or perhaps Citizens Advice.
2006-10-23 01:40:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are not saying how long you have been married and all depend relay if she can prove that you married her for money and her property and she has a good barrister you may lose out mate no one can relay give you a good answer on that because you are not disclosing a lot e you need to explain a little more about hers and yours
2006-10-23 05:42:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing, quit looking for a free ride. You split the possessions that you have and go about your marry way.
2006-10-23 00:10:33 · answer #7 · answered by Captain Comment 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are entitled to half of her pension but non of her income
2006-10-26 21:34:57 · answer #8 · answered by Mizz Julie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what monies have you put in this marriage...what did you have prior to marriage?
did you help buy or made payments for real estate or big ticket items for the home, furniture, tv' etc...? these things should be considered. my advise is you should list the things you have helped with and take it to a lawyer and discuss these things with him/her...if your soon to be ex-wife offering you anything? take that information to the lawyer also......
2006-10-23 00:30:18 · answer #9 · answered by churchonthewayseniors 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You sound like a money grabbing t*sser ,you are entitled to 50% of all joint assets.
2006-10-23 00:11:36 · answer #10 · answered by HIMSELF 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋