Q: If a person is married to a teamster and they divorce , what rights does the spouse of the teamster have ?
A:
Hi, you will have the right to a marital portion of his retirement account, plus other equitable distribution rights For example, if you are married for 20 years and he has been a teamster for 15 years, you are entitled to one-half his pension. This will given to you by a court order and you thus will have your
own pension. Call me for a free consultation. 845 634 8179. See my website: www.wolk-divorce-attorney.com
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