Question:
My soon to be ex husband tries to kill myself and our children. He is waiting for the trial to begin...my question is he is a VET and I want to know if I can put in our divorce decree that I am entitled to his full military benefits upon his death? I don't want child support or alimony. Is this possible?
Jim's Reply:
You aren't entitled to his benefits on his death. There is no law that would allow such a thing. The divorce court and the VA will determine what, if anything, you may be owed.
- PS from StatesideLegal: You should reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or TTY 1−800−787−3224 and ask to be connected to a local DV provider in your community. They should be able to connect you with legal resources to answer your questions about future income and assets.