Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Tennessee

Divorced bought house together and filed bankruptcy

my question is me and my x were divorced and bought a house together. both of our names are on the lein to the house. We no longer are together and one one lives in the house. he wants to file chapter 7 on the house can he do this without my signature on the bankruptcy papers?Or does he have to have to have my signature also? thank you Paula


Asked on 1/04/03, 4:18 pm

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Andrew Nichols Law Office of Andrew B. Nichols

Re: Divorced bought house together and filed bankruptcy

Your ex-husband has an absolute right to file bankruptcy with or without your consent. He is not required to get your signature or permission.

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Answered on 1/05/03, 6:01 pm


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