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On 1st July my solicitor received correspondence from my wife's outlining the fact that she has been advised not to sign a settlement agreement. Instead, she wishes to file a petition for divorce on the grounds of unreasonable behaviour and I was asked to give my consent.
The main points for the change in arrangement was due to the fact my wife thought she was liable for the debts that I have taken on. Whilst they were joint debts on the basis we both spent the money, invested into the house etc, they are all in my name. Therefore her solicitor believed that should I default on the repayments or die, she becomes liable to pay.
In my response to her solicitor, I have outlined that the debt is in my name and I am 100% liable. In the event of my death the property would be sold and any debts would be cleared. There would also be a lump sum payment from my pension.
The response was issued on Friday 4th July. We have not yet received a response and after chasing today, I have now been informed that her solicitor is away until 4th August. My mortgage deals is due to expire on 29th August and it is likely I will lose the deal I have secured.
Is it normal to take so long in responding via solicitors or should I start to get concerned that something heavy is going to whack me in the face???
Cheers as always guys for any support.
C
Hey Mate,
Ex's solicitor is keen to drag this through the courts so they make more money.
I would write a second letter & copy your ex explaining that you undertake liability of debt.
You will meet these obligations so long as you can resolve by x date & it is in no interest to drag this further - costing you both unnecessary money.
Good Luck Mate - but they are playing a game...
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