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What do we do if our son's wife has filed dissolution papers and left all bills with him?
Asked on Jan 24th, 2014 on Divorce - Idaho
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He asked that she pay half of the bills. What should he do in the meantime? Just trying to find out how to protect my son and how long she has to serve him?
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The paperwork should be served within 60 days but if there are immediate issues he can get copies of the paperwork from the court and file a request for an order concerning the bills.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:11 AM
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The only person who can force her to be responsible for any of the bills is the Judge, which may take time. So, he needs to prepare himself to be solely responsible until that time if she refuses to contribute. He may need to close things or not pay certain items if he cannot afford to pay for everything. As for service, typically it is 120 days after the Summons has been issues.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:10 AM
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Stay out of another persons divorce. No matter the outcome that person will find fault with outsider giving advice.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:10 AM
Be certain he retains all the paid bills so he can account for his expenses and get 1/2 at a later time. Additionally, has he considered Mediation? Mediation is Fast, Effective and Affordable.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:08 AM
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You son needs an attorney and, if necessary, to commence the case.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:07 AM
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He accepts service and asks for her to pay the bills as well. If there are children and she is not working, he may have to pay the bills until the divorce, then child support. In that case, the sooner he gets divorced the better.
Answered on Jan 28th, 2014 at 6:06 AM