Mom Fights for Control of $16 Million in Joint Assets

Описание: Court hearing regarding a motion for temporary orders in a divorce case. The key issues are the respondent's severe alcohol addiction, its impact on the marital assets, and the need to protect the parties and the community from the respondent's actions.

Here's a summary of the key arguments and the court's decisions:

Petitioner's (Chelsea Baldwin's) Arguments:

Respondent's severe alcohol addiction: The petitioner emphasizes the respondent's extensive history of alcohol abuse, including multiple inpatient treatment failures, a recent DUI, and a near-fatal incident requiring ICU admission. She argues he poses a significant risk to himself and others due to his drinking and driving.
Asset preservation: The petitioner requests control over the majority of the couple's substantial joint assets (~$16 million) because the respondent, due to his addiction, cannot manage them responsibly. She proposes a monthly allowance of $3,500 for the respondent, with her paying all other bills. She also wants to maintain access to the family cabin for upkeep.
Ignition interlock device: The petitioner requests the court to order the respondent to use an ignition interlock device, arguing it's a necessary step to prevent him from driving under the influence.
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Unreasonable request: The respondent's attorney argues the petitioner's requests are excessive and unreasonable, especially the proposed division of assets (approximately 92% to the petitioner). He highlights that the assets were largely built through the respondent's work.

The hearing demonstrates a complex situation requiring careful balancing of the respondent's addiction issues, asset division, and the need to safeguard the parties and the community. The judge attempts to strike a balance between addressing the petitioner's concerns and ensuring a fair outcome for both parties.