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separation + lease questions
my wife and i are separating. we rented a whole house. she did not sign the lease. i did.she stays in the home. im at my mothers. she wants money for July rent. am i obligated to give her money to stay there? am i obligated to let her stay there? i spoke to the landlord. if she cant pay the landlord wants her out. ill have to come back in. im fine with that.
Asked on June 25, 2009 under Family Law, New York
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
You are obligated to pay the landlord for the rent if you signed the lease. As for what your legal obligations are to your wife, that is not an easy question to answer here. If you are separating amicably you can agree to the terms with advice from counsel as to you obligations given the circumstances in your marriage (children, employment, etc). That includes the issue of the house. If you are not separating amicably and are going to start divorce proceedings, your lawyer again is the best one to tell you what your rights and obligations are and what you can expect given your circumstances.
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