Can I file bankruptcy without my spouse?
- June 29, 2021
- Thomas Adam
- Bankruptcy
A person can file bankruptcy without their spouse. Whether or not this is a good choice depends on the laws in your state and the individual circumstances in your case. Florida is a “common law” state (as opposed to a “community property” state). In a common law state like Florida, debts that you and your spouse co-sign for result in your sharing these debts jointly. With few exceptions, debt taken on individually by one spouse generally remains that spouse’s responsibility alone. [...]