Is it ok to run a joint checking

[Drazil65]

We closed our BOA joint account and I opened a separate account at another bank where we have no other affliliations. As husband is the only one filing chp 7 later this year, would it be ok to add his name to this new account until he files? Right now we have not done anything (I have had the new account for about a month) because I am the only one with an income with direct deposit. He is taking a part time job this week and will be making a small paycheck (paper check) but we would like to deposit to help with living expenses.

I did ask our attorney but have not heard back yet so I thought I would get your opinions or experiences with this, thanks!

[IamIrene]

If his name is on the account, you will have to list it in the bankruptcy filing.

[IamOld]

I would just wait until the Bk is over...not that you would NEED to, but it's possibly simpler that way.