International marriage fraud: How to deal with false marriage accusations and property fraud?
Case Overview:
Mr. Zhang met a foreign woman through an online matchmaking agency. After a brief courtship, they decided to marry. After their marriage, Mr. Zhang discovered that his wife frequently demanded money from him and repeatedly threatened divorce. Eventually, his wife filed for divorce and demanded a large "divorce settlement." Realizing he might have been exploited, Mr. Zhang sought assistance from Financial Legal Aid.
Legal Response:
Marriage Contract Analysis:Financial Legal Aid assisted Mr. Zhang in reviewing his financial transactions and agreements during the marriage. The attorneys noted that his wife's actions might constitute marriage fraud. They advised Mr. Zhang to collect relevant evidence, including money transfer records and threatening statements from his wife.
Divorce and Property Division:Financial Legal Aid prepared divorce documents for Mr. Zhang and helped him secure financial protection against unfair "separation settlement" demands. The lawyer also advised Mr. Zhang to file a lawsuit for marriage fraud, seeking the return of some of his assets.
International Judicial Cooperation:
Because Mr. Zhang's wife was living abroad, Financial Legal Aid initiated cross-border litigation, filing an application for an asset freeze and divorce proceedings in the court of Mr. Zhang's wife's country.
Outcome and Summary:
With the assistance of Financial Legal Aid, Mr. Zhang successfully avoided unreasonable financial demands and protected his rights through cross-border legal proceedings. This case serves as a reminder that when faced with unreasonable demands in marriage, individuals should promptly seek legal assistance.
