Spousal Support Legal Obligations

Summary

In Illinois, spouses must support each other financially once married. If your husband isnt helping with bills, you can seek legal advice, consider marital counseling, or file a petition for spousal support. If he resides in Missouri, similar obligations apply, and you can consult a Missouri family lawyer or file for spousal maintenance in Missouri court.

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I been married for 1 month and my husband won't help me with Bills
Hello Marie, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In order to provide you with the most accurate information, could you please tell me in which country and state you reside?
USA Illinois
Hi Marie,
In Illinois, spouses have a legal obligation to support each other financially. If your husband is not assisting with bills, you may:
- Seek legal advice from a family lawyer
- Consider marital counseling
- File a petition for spousal support in court if necessary.
He has to help only for being married 1 months into it
Hi Marie,
Yes, in Illinois, the obligation to support each other financially begins once you are legally married. If your husband refuses to help, consider seeking legal advice or filing a petition for spousal support.
What if he resides in Missouri
If your husband resides in Missouri, state laws may apply. In Missouri, both spouses have a duty to support the marriage. If he's not contributing, you may:
- Consult with a Missouri family lawyer
- File for spousal maintenance in Missouri court.