STBX has decided to file for Chapter 7 while our divorce is in process. Understand from reading countless websites that under community property laws (in CA) I can be held liable for "her" debts. We maintained separate accts in our own names, but that apparently doesn't matter. Spoke with a bankruptcy attorney and was told that I could a) file myself, b) pay them or c) wait to see if the creditors sue me. Final option would be to file a Motion for Relief, work on a MSA w/ a hold harmless provision and then sue her if they come after me -- sounds like a lot of money and work and not sure suing her would really accomplish much. Below is a list of the creditors/balances. Any thougthts on which would come after me? Not sure what to do at this point. Thank you.
Bloomingdales $650
Cingular $600
Citicards $18,000
Gap $1000
Macys $6500
Nordstrom $4800
WFNB/Ann Taylor $2000
WFNB/JCrew $1500
Bloomingdales $650
Cingular $600
Citicards $18,000
Gap $1000
Macys $6500
Nordstrom $4800
WFNB/Ann Taylor $2000
WFNB/JCrew $1500
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