Can my wife put me out in 1 day or do I have at least 30 days before I have to move?
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Can my wife put me out in 1 day or do I have at least 30 days before I have to move?
My wife and I have been married for 5 years and I have been living with her for 8 years. Out of the blue yesterday, she just popped out and said that she wants a divorce and told me that I had 1 day to pack my things up and leave. It is impossible for me to pack up all of the things that I have accumulated in the last 8 years. What choices do I have?
Asked on October 25, 2018 under Family Law, Tennessee
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Until there is a legal separation agreement in effect or a final decree of divorce had been granted that states who has the legal right to occupy the premises, you both have a legal right to occupy the premises as it remains the "joint marital residence". This is true no matter whose name that the deed/lease is in.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Until there is a legal separation agreement in effect or a final decree of divorce had been granted that states who has the legal right to occupy the premises, you both have a legal right to occupy the premises as it remains the "joint marital residence". This is true no matter whose name that the deed/lease is in.
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