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Divorce Filing And Retirement
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You can file for divorce in California if youve lived there for at least six months. Community property laws in California and Washington affect asset division, including retirement benefits. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) may be needed to divide retirement benefits. You can request financial disclosures from your spouse or subpoena his employer for retirement details. Handling the divorce process yourself is possible, but consulting a lawyer for QDROs is advisable.Full Conversation
I have a question about divorce
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Open, I've been married 23 years this coming June.We lived together for * of those years in washington during which husband worked for Boeing. For the last fifteen years I lived in california and he has lived in washington. Which state would I need to file for divorce in and am I entitled to at least 8 years of his bone retirement?And how would I get it
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You can file for divorce in California since you've been living there for the last fifteen years. Generally, California has jurisdiction if you have lived there for at least six months.
Regarding your husband's retirement, the division of assets such as retirement benefits would depend on both California and Washington community property laws.
Do you have any other questions about the divorce process or the division of assets?
You can file for divorce in California since you've been living there for the last fifteen years. Generally, California has jurisdiction if you have lived there for at least six months.
Regarding your husband's retirement, the division of assets such as retirement benefits would depend on both California and Washington community property laws.
Do you have any other questions about the divorce process or the division of assets?
What are the community property laws in washington and california
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Here's a brief overview of community property laws in California and Washington:
California:
- Community property includes all earnings and debts acquired during the marriage.
- Separate property includes assets owned before marriage, gifts, and inheritances.
- Assets are typically split */*.
Washington:
- Similar to California, all earnings and debts acquired during the marriage are community property.
- Separate property includes pre-marriage assets, gifts, and inheritances.
- Equitable distribution is considered, which may not always be a */* split.
Would you like to know more about the process of dividing retirement benefits in divorce?
Here's a brief overview of community property laws in California and Washington:
California:
- Community property includes all earnings and debts acquired during the marriage.
- Separate property includes assets owned before marriage, gifts, and inheritances.
- Assets are typically split */*.
Washington:
- Similar to California, all earnings and debts acquired during the marriage are community property.
- Separate property includes pre-marriage assets, gifts, and inheritances.
- Equitable distribution is considered, which may not always be a */* split.
Would you like to know more about the process of dividing retirement benefits in divorce?
Yes
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Dividing retirement benefits can be complex. Since your husband worked for Boeing, his retirement benefits are likely subject to both state and federal regulations. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) might be necessary to divide these benefits.
Would you like more detailed information on the QDRO process?
Dividing retirement benefits can be complex. Since your husband worked for Boeing, his retirement benefits are likely subject to both state and federal regulations. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) might be necessary to divide these benefits.
Would you like more detailed information on the QDRO process?
Yes
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A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal order, typically issued during divorce, that divides retirement benefits. It allows you to receive a portion of your spouse's retirement plan. Consulting with a lawyer can help ensure the QDRO is properly drafted and executed.
A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal order, typically issued during divorce, that divides retirement benefits. It allows you to receive a portion of your spouse's retirement plan. Consulting with a lawyer can help ensure the QDRO is properly drafted and executed.
He is hiding the fact that he's getting retirement.So I don't have any information about it.Like who to call or who to talk to at Boeing
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It's important to establish the details of your husband's retirement benefits to ensure a fair division of assets. You might need to gather more information through legal channels.
Would you like to know the steps to obtain information about his retirement benefits?
It's important to establish the details of your husband's retirement benefits to ensure a fair division of assets. You might need to gather more information through legal channels.
Would you like to know the steps to obtain information about his retirement benefits?
Yes
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To obtain information about your husband's retirement benefits, you can:
- Request Disclosure: In a divorce proceeding, you can request that your husband discloses all financial information, including retirement benefits.
- Subpoena: If he refuses to disclose, your attorney can issue a subpoena to his employer (Boeing) for the necessary information.
Do you have any other questions regarding this process?
To obtain information about your husband's retirement benefits, you can:
- Request Disclosure: In a divorce proceeding, you can request that your husband discloses all financial information, including retirement benefits.
- Subpoena: If he refuses to disclose, your attorney can issue a subpoena to his employer (Boeing) for the necessary information.
Do you have any other questions regarding this process?
Can.
You give me a list of every form that I'll need
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Hi ****! Here are some forms you might need for your divorce and the division of retirement benefits:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*)
- Summons (FL-*)
- Property Declaration (FL-*)
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*)
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*)
- QDRO Forms (specific to the retirement plan)
Would you like more details on any of these forms?
Hi ****! Here are some forms you might need for your divorce and the division of retirement benefits:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*)
- Summons (FL-*)
- Property Declaration (FL-*)
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*)
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*)
- QDRO Forms (specific to the retirement plan)
Would you like more details on any of these forms?
Yes
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Sure, ****! Here are more details about the forms:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*): This form is used to start the divorce process in California.
- Summons (FL-*): This form notifies the other spouse that a divorce proceeding has started and provides information about their rights and obligations.
- Property Declaration (FL-*): This form is used to list all community and separate property and debts.
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*): This form requires both parties to disclose all assets, debts, income, and expenses.
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*): This form provides detailed information about your income, expenses, and financial situation.
- QDRO Forms: These are specific forms used to divide retirement benefits and must comply with the retirement plan's requirements.
Would you like more information on how to fill out these forms?
Sure, ****! Here are more details about the forms:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*): This form is used to start the divorce process in California.
- Summons (FL-*): This form notifies the other spouse that a divorce proceeding has started and provides information about their rights and obligations.
- Property Declaration (FL-*): This form is used to list all community and separate property and debts.
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*): This form requires both parties to disclose all assets, debts, income, and expenses.
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*): This form provides detailed information about your income, expenses, and financial situation.
- QDRO Forms: These are specific forms used to divide retirement benefits and must comply with the retirement plan's requirements.
Would you like more information on how to fill out these forms?
Yes
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Sure, ****! Here's a brief guide on how to fill out each form:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*):
- Fill in your personal information and your spouse's information.
- Provide details about your marriage and any children involved.
- Specify the type of divorce you are seeking (e.g., no-fault).
- Summons (FL-*):
- Complete your personal information.
- Make sure to serve this form with the Petition to notify your spouse.
- Property Declaration (FL-*):
- List all community and separate property and debts.
- Specify the value of each item and debt.
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*):
- Complete information on all assets, debts, income, and expenses.
- Ensure both parties provide accurate and complete disclosures.
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*):
- Detail your monthly income from all sources.
- List your monthly expenses, including housing, utilities, and other costs.
- QDRO Forms:
- These forms vary depending on the retirement plan.
- Consult with a lawyer to ensure compliance with the plan's requirements.
Would you like any specific guidance on filling out one of these forms or have any other questions about the process?
Sure, ****! Here's a brief guide on how to fill out each form:
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (FL-*):
- Fill in your personal information and your spouse's information.
- Provide details about your marriage and any children involved.
- Specify the type of divorce you are seeking (e.g., no-fault).
- Summons (FL-*):
- Complete your personal information.
- Make sure to serve this form with the Petition to notify your spouse.
- Property Declaration (FL-*):
- List all community and separate property and debts.
- Specify the value of each item and debt.
- Declaration of Disclosure (FL-*):
- Complete information on all assets, debts, income, and expenses.
- Ensure both parties provide accurate and complete disclosures.
- Income and Expense Declaration (FL-*):
- Detail your monthly income from all sources.
- List your monthly expenses, including housing, utilities, and other costs.
- QDRO Forms:
- These forms vary depending on the retirement plan.
- Consult with a lawyer to ensure compliance with the plan's requirements.
Would you like any specific guidance on filling out one of these forms or have any other questions about the process?
How do I find out what his retirement plan states
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To find out the specifics of your husband's retirement plan, you can:
- Request Disclosure: During divorce proceedings, you can request that your husband provides all financial information, including retirement benefits.
- Subpoena: If he refuses to disclose, your attorney can issue a subpoena to Boeing for the necessary information.
Do you have any other questions about this process?
To find out the specifics of your husband's retirement plan, you can:
- Request Disclosure: During divorce proceedings, you can request that your husband provides all financial information, including retirement benefits.
- Subpoena: If he refuses to disclose, your attorney can issue a subpoena to Boeing for the necessary information.
Do you have any other questions about this process?
Can I do this entire process myself
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Yes, you can handle the divorce process yourself, but it might be challenging due to the complexities involved, particularly with dividing retirement benefits.
Yes, you can handle the divorce process yourself, but it might be challenging due to the complexities involved, particularly with dividing retirement benefits.
Steps:
- File necessary forms (FL-*, FL-*, FL-*, FL-*, FL-*).
- Request financial disclosures from your husband.
- If needed, subpoena Boeing for retirement details.
- Consider consulting a lawyer for assistance with QDROs.
- File necessary forms (FL-*, FL-*, FL-*, FL-*, FL-*).
- Request financial disclosures from your husband.
- If needed, subpoena Boeing for retirement details.
- Consider consulting a lawyer for assistance with QDROs.
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****, I understand you'd like to save this information. Unfortunately, I can't directly save the conversation for you, but you can copy and paste the details into a document for your records.
If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
****, I understand you'd like to save this information. Unfortunately, I can't directly save the conversation for you, but you can copy and paste the details into a document for your records.
If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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