Divorce Financial Responsibilities

Summary

The user is about to file for an agreed divorce and is concerned about being left with all the rent and bills since her husband is still on the lease. The husband is supposed to send half for bills and rent but is only sending $400 a month. The user has tried to communicate with him but he doesnt usually answer. The husband refuses to sign any agreement and claims he doesnt have the money, despite working full time. The user is considering filing for divorce and is looking for a lawyer but cant afford one.

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About to file for agreed divorce. I want to make sure my husband doesn’t leave me with all the rent and bills by myself since he’s still on the lease
What is the duration of your lease and does it have any clauses related to divorce or separation?
no clauses. The lease is up in April of *
What is the current financial arrangement between you and your husband regarding the rent and bills?

In Louisiana, both parties are generally responsible for debts incurred during the marriage.
he is supposed to send me half for bills and half for rent but he’s only sending me $* a month for everything
What is the total monthly cost for rent and bills?

In Louisiana, both parties are generally responsible for debts incurred during the marriage.
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What steps have you taken so far to address this issue with your husband?
ive tried to call and text him but he doesn’t usually answer
Have you considered getting a legal separation agreement that outlines financial responsibilities? This could help ensure your husband contributes his fair share.
he won’t sign Anything
What is your husband's reason for not signing any agreement? In Louisiana, a court can enforce financial responsibilities during a divorce.
he
says he doesn't have the money.
Yes
What is your husband's current employment status?
working full time
What is your husband's monthly income?
$*
Is your husband's monthly income really $* or was there a typo?
no
What is your husband's actual monthly income?
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What is your monthly income, ****?
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What is the total amount of rent and bills that your husband is supposed to cover according to your agreement?
$*
What is the total amount of rent and bills that you are supposed to cover according to your agreement?
$*
What is the total amount of rent and bills that your husband has agreed to pay you each month?
*
What is the total amount of rent and bills that your husband has actually been paying you each month?
$*
What steps have you taken to legally enforce your husband's financial responsibilities?
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considering filing for divorce. Have you consulted with a lawyer yet?
lookingnfor a lawyer but can’t afford
Have you considered reaching out to legal aid services in Louisiana? They often provide free or low-cost legal assistance to those who qualify.