Divorce Legal Answers

Can I still get alimony if I was unfaithful in my marriage?

I’ve been married for 27 years and was a stay at home mom most of that time. My husband is from Turkey and has a high level job with the U.S. government in Washington, DC. He earns a lot of money but does not share it with me. He is very controlling and verbally abusive. After years of this I was very unhappy and had a relationship with another man who was kind to me and supportive. My husband recently found out about this and says he will now divorce me and because of my infidelity, I will get nothing from him. I have no college education and currently no way to support myself. Will my unfaithfulness disqualify me from receiving any alimony or other financial support from him? Will it make a difference if I can prove that my relationship occurred as a result of my husband’s abusive and controlling behavior?

Washington, DC

Mar 15, 2021

Can my spouse drop me from his health insurance in a divorce?

My husband and I are divorcing and he keeps threatening that if I don’t give him the assets that he wants, he’ll cut off my health insurance. I have alot of medical problems and would be in a very bad spot if he does that. Can a court require him to provide coverage for me, at least until I get a job and can obtain my own coverage? I’m not sure I will even qualify for a different insurance because of my preexisting conditions.

Atlanta, GA

Mar 15, 2021

What are the residency requirements for divorce in NC?

My wife and I married in Turkey and I am relocating to the U.S. for work. We are in the process of separating and she will remain here in Turkey. I will be moving to Raleigh, North Carolina. What are the residency requirements for obtaining a divorce there? How long do I have to live there before I can pursue the divorce? I would also like to know whether my wife will need to travel to the U.S. at any point for a divorce proceeding. She says she will not participate as she is opposed to the divorce and I am concerned that I will not be able to finalize the matter if she refuses to cooperate.

Raleigh, NC

Mar 15, 2021

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