Covington, LA asked in Divorce for Louisiana

Q: He is saying that he isnt going to divorce me but I have to leave the house? Why no divorce?

I get the feeling that he is trying to pull a fast one on me. If i move out do i forfeit any community property, and can he take my car that he bought me but is in his name? That is what he is telling me

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Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Answered
  • Covington, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: Who leaves first has no impact on partition of community property.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Answered
  • Covington, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: Car purchased during the marriage is also community property. He's not filing for divorce because he doesn't want to pay spousal support.

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