Divorce Property Rights Maine

Summary

In Maine, marital property is divided equitably in divorce. Property acquired during marriage, including value increases, may be considered marital property. The land purchased during the marriage is likely marital property. Its crucial not to sign any agreement without understanding your rights. Your husband may want you to sign to limit his financial liability. Consult a local attorney to ensure your interests are protected.

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I had him served divorce papers via sheriff and he is begging me not to file until I sign an agreement from his lawyer because he says it will cost him more money if I don’t.
It's crucial not to sign any agreement without fully understanding your rights and the potential long-term impact. Speaking with a local lawyer can help ensure your interests are protected.
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Why would he want me to sign something before we go into arbitration?
He might want you to sign something before arbitration to potentially limit his financial liability or ensure terms that are more favorable to him. Signing an agreement without legal advice could affect your rights to marital assets and support. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can assist you with this?
He says he wants to do it to make things go faster
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He said that if we have a signed agreement first then we can skip mediation or arbitration which will be easier for both of us, but I think he is lying and trying to manipulate me
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