If my husband takes me off the joint checking account, would that keep me from obtaining his assets if we divorce?
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If my husband takes me off the joint checking account, would that keep me from obtaining his assets if we divorce?
Asked on November 11, 2011 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
Lyle Johnson / Lyle W. Johnson Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
In California there is a presumption that all property obtained during the marriage is community property. The name in which the property is held does not determine whether it is separate propperty or community property. The source of the property is generally the determining factor. Wages and property obtained with those wages is community property.
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