My husband and I separated on 07/01...on 07/14 he contacted me via email to tell me he was buying a new home and needed me to sign a quitclaim on the new property. I was blown away! He is now pressuring me to sign this document (not letting me have items from the house, won't discuss custody or support for our 2 girls, and has avoided contacting the mediator to enter into contract so we can get the process started). I am not comfortable signing anything in fear he can liquidate marital assets and hidden saving (which I am certain he has) buy investing it (and even the retirement I am entitled to) in the new home once I sign the quitclaim. He will not disclose where the down payment money is coming from or any information. He is simply demanding I sign as it "has no affect on our current assets" but I am not so certain. Has anyone had similar experience? I am not "out to get him" I only want what is legally mine from the 8 years of marriage and to protect myself and the kids. If it helps we reside in CA. Thanks!

Jessica: Sometimes Mediation doesn't always work out. You need a Lawyer of your own ASAP (Family Lawyers are best when kids are concerned). My soon-to-be ex (now ex) tried to buy a home, too, before our divorce was final. My Lawyer said "you are to have nothing to do with this house" (don't talk to anyone who is trying to make it happen, don't sign anything/don't get involved AT ALL). He's trying to get away with not giving you money for child support, etc., because he's focused on buying this house. Also, keep glancing at your credit report for any shady activity. My ex used things jointly held (joint dept. store card/joint credit card). Researching the divorce laws on line in CA may help, also. All finances need to be revealed before your day in court. He's trying to get away with a lot of stuff financially. I'd try to get some child support ASAP before all his funds get wrapped up in this house.