Westminster, MD asked in Child Custody, Contracts, Divorce and Family Law for North Carolina

Q: can I be forced out and made to sign an separation agreement?

Wife cheated got caught wants a separation We have a two year old. Both cars and house in her name. I don't want to separate I believe she is lying to me saying she wants space to work it out. Have seen her plan in emails. (Yes spying. I know I know). We live in North Carolina. She said she doesn't want to screw me with a separation agreement. But I feel like she's tricking me into it to get the divorce. Thoughts???

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Amanda Bowden Johnson
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Jacksonville, NC
  • Licensed in North Carolina

A: No, you can't be forced to sign a separation agreement but you can't prevent a divorce either at least not legally.

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