Snellville, GA asked in Divorce for Georgia

Q: Had divorce bench trial. not awarded divorce due to property that has to be sold. I believe my spouse won 5M Ga lottery

The newspaper and online lottery news names him but I am only 95% sure it is him. we are not legally divorced. am I entitled to any of the winnings? I deserve it for the hell he has put me through.

married for 31 years and we are old, 78 & 79.

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Paula J. Mcgill
Paula J. Mcgill
Answered
  • Marietta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: If he won the lottery, you need to consult and possibly hire local counsel to (1) confirm if he won the lottery, (2) review the court file, (3) review the transcript of the bench hearing, and (4) obtain other evidence. Good luck.

Paula J. Mcgill
Paula J. Mcgill
Answered
  • Marietta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: If he won the lottery, you need to consult and possibly hire local counsel to (1) confirm if he won the lottery, (2) review the court file, (3) review the transcript of the bench hearing, and (4) obtain other evidence. Good luck.

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