Abusive Marriage Legal Advice

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The user is in an abusive marriage and is concerned about property division and hidden assets. The user is advised that in Pennsylvania, marital property is divided equitably and hidden assets can be considered in property division during divorce. The user is also advised to seek legal representation and is provided with contact information for local legal aid services.

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I'm in an abusive marriage for 31 years. I now have to take care of my 96 year old father. It's getting bad. He has taken all money and hid it. My dad has a small place in Florida that I'm going to go to. Can my husband claim I abandoned the house
Do you have any legal separation or divorce proceedings in place currently?

In Pennsylvania, abandonment is not typically a factor in property division during divorce.
No
What type of assets are involved in your marriage? In Pennsylvania, marital property is divided equitably, which doesn't necessarily mean equally.
A house
Do you have any proof of your husband hiding the money? In Pennsylvania, hidden assets can be considered in property division during divorce.
I mean I opened my own small business. When people paid me through square it went into our joint account and he would transfer my money out and had to use my dad's checking account to pay my rent
Do you have any records of these transactions that show your husband transferring the money out of your joint account?
I have account info of proof that money went in and now it's gone
What steps have you taken so far to address this issue?
Nothing.. I'm just going to leave. He said he will never divorce me and I'll get nothing
Have you considered seeking legal advice from a divorce attorney? In Pennsylvania, you have rights to marital property regardless of your spouse's claims.
I reached out but no one returned the call
What method did you use to reach out to the attorney? It's important to have a legal representative in such cases. In Pennsylvania, you can contact the Pennsylvania Bar Association for assistance.
E mail
Have you tried reaching out to other attorneys or legal aid services in your area? In Pennsylvania, you can also contact the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network at (*) *-* for assistance.
No.. I'm scared to
I understand your fear, ****. But it's important to protect your rights. Would you like me to help you find a local legal aid service?
Please
Sure ****, here are some local legal aid services in Pennsylvania:

*. Philadelphia Legal Assistance: (*) *-*
*. Community Legal Services of Philadelphia: (*) *-*
*. Legal Aid of Southeastern PA: (*) *-*

Please reach out to them for assistance.
That's far away
I understand. Could you please provide your city or town in Pennsylvania so I can find the nearest legal aid service for you?
Stroudsburg
Sure ****, here is a local legal aid service in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania:

- North Penn Legal Services: (*) *-*

Please reach out to them for assistance.
Thank you!!
You're welcome, ****! Don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance. Stay strong and take care!
I'm trying.. Thank you so much
I'm here for you, ****. Remember, you have rights and there are resources available to help you. Stay strong!
Thank you from the bottom of my heart
You're welcome, ****! Remember, you're not alone. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need further assistance.
Will do
I'm glad to hear that, ****. Remember, North Penn Legal Services in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania is there to help you. Their contact number is (*) *-*. Stay strong!