DH and I married last summer after living together for 3 years.
We shouldn't have married really - I made a fatal mistake of falling for someone else last year and whilst I wasn't unfaithful in the physical sense, the emotional attachment was still there. We married despite this but it was a non-starter. I so wanted things to work out - my DH is a wonderful man, but they didn't and I left last Christmas.
I've carried so much guilt around with me - despite not having an affair with this man, I recognise that an EA is a
betrayal none the less. DH's hurt has turned to hatred and I've tried to make things simple by leaving and making no claim for anything. I just left with my clothes and personal belongings.
Fast forward to now and DH's solicitor has instructed me to pay half DH's fees and If I contest things, then he'll land me with the full amount.
I'm a bit because I could have taken my furniture, kitchen appliances not to mention 3 and a half years of paying half the mortgage.
Was I naive in thinking that I could simply walk away? Should I be held accountable for these fees even though I've taken nothing from my marital home?
Could someone advise me please? Should I fork out the cash or should I get myself a solicitor?
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BetsOriginal · 16/07/2016 20:14
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