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0:00 Introduction to the firm
0:10 Can I be forced to file for bankruptcy if my spouse does?
0:16 What happens if all the debt is in one spouse's name?
0:28 How are joint debts handled when one spouse files for bankruptcy?
0:40 Should I consider filing for bankruptcy too?

If I File for Bankruptcy During a Divorce, does my Spouse have to File Too?

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If your spouse files for bankruptcy during a divorce, you are not automatically required to file as well. This video explains how individual and joint debts are treated and what you need to consider to protect your financial future.

• You are never obligated to file for bankruptcy just because your spouse does; it is a personal choice.
• If debt is only in your spouse's name, their bankruptcy filing may eliminate that debt without directly impacting you.
• For joint debts, creditors can legally pursue the non-filing spouse for the entire remaining amount.
• Even if a court divides debt responsibility in a divorce, a bankruptcy can wipe out the obligation for the person who files.
• You may need to consider filing your own bankruptcy to protect yourself if your spouse eliminates their portion of significant joint debt.

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• Filing Bankruptcy During Divorce Is Optional: If your spouse files bankruptcy, you are not required to file. Bankruptcy can be filed individually or jointly, and one spouse’s decision does not obligate the other to take the same action.

• Debt Responsibility Depends on Ownership: In divorce, the court considers whose name is on each debt. If the credit card or loan is in one spouse’s name, that spouse may eliminate it through bankruptcy, while the other may have no obligation to file.

• Joint Debts Require Careful Consideration: Joint debts are treated differently. Creditors can pursue the non-filing spouse for the full amount. In these cases, it may be wise to evaluate your own financial situation and consider filing to protect yourself.

• Bankruptcy Is a Serious Decision: Filing can have long-term impacts on your credit. For large, unmanageable debts, bankruptcy may be necessary. For smaller amounts, alternative solutions like payment plans may avoid the negative consequences of bankruptcy.

• Analyze Your Situation: Each divorce and financial scenario is unique. Assess your total debt, obligations, and options carefully before deciding whether bankruptcy is the right step for you.