Expert: Terry Leeders - 12/11/2007

Question
i just recieved a bill for over 10 thousand dollars that me and my x had for a loan. he has filed banck, now they are trying to come after me for the money. they say they dont except decree's so now i dont no what to do. the decree gives his responsibility for all the bills from the house. I cant understand why a decree is not excepted. can you help??  thanks

Answer
You should speak to your divorce lawyer, they may be able to bring a contempt order in divorce court if you have a hold harmless clause.  Normally, a creditor can collect from a debt that was cosigned, after the other party files bankruptcy.  If your divorce decree came first, and it specifically addressed this debt, your divorce attorney should be able to help.