The divorce process does not happen overnight. It can be months after you file for divorce before your marriage is officially dissolved.
During this time, many couples will live separately. It can be very stressful for them to live together, and there may be significant conflicts. Splitting up feels natural and makes things go smoothly.
But say that you decide to file for divorce, and then your spouse tells you that you have to move out. Do they actually have the ability to force you to leave the house?
Do you both own the home?
The only way that they could actually kick you out of the house is if they are the sole owner. For instance, maybe they bought the home before the two of you got married. After the wedding, you gathered everything from your apartment and moved into the house. If they are still the sole owner, then the home is a separate asset. They can tell you that you need to leave because you are no longer allowed to live on their property.
However, most couples are not in this situation. Instead, the home is a piece of real estate that they bought together during their marriage. If that is true in your case, then the two of you are both equal homeowners. You can’t kick your spouse out, and they can’t kick you out. You both have a right to be there and would have to choose to leave of your own volition.
Divorce can get complicated, especially when there is a high level of conflict. Take the time to carefully look into all of your legal options.
