Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Florida

If I get married are banks and collections agencies able to come after my future wife for the debt that I already have? Will it affect her credit if I have to file bankruptcy after we are married?


Asked on 9/27/10, 7:43 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Latangie Williams Law Office of Latangie Williams, P.A.

The creditors cannot "come after" your future wife unless she is a co-borrower on your debt or has given them a written statement that she will pay off your debt. Likewise, filing for bankruptcy won't affect her unless she too files for bankruptcy.

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Answered on 10/03/10, 5:08 am


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