nowwhat

I'm no lawyer, but I can't imagine any judge awarding a deadbeat with a LAW degree part of your winnings or equity in the house.

Before you make any decisions regarding money, I would consider taking some time to really look at this situation. Why on earth would you feel guilty? Why would you be willing to forgo child support? Don't know if you're aware, but visitation and child support are separate issues in the eyes of the court. An father who is unfit is not exempt from paying child support.

There is no reason to make this easy on your AH. I don't say that out of vindictiveness but adults need to take responsibility, and one way to learn how is by having some responsibilities.

I felt guilty when I left my AH, and while my divorce settlement was decent, my guilt prevented me from negotiating an agreement that would have been more fair and better for me (and my kids) in the long run.