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Read the agreement you signed with the bank - it will define the positions you and your wife have with respect to the account. Move the money out of the account into one in your name only.

I question the validity of a California decree providing for the forfeiture of what I assume is a community property interest in H;'s retirement upon remarriage (unless it was a form of spousal support and not a property division), but if valid the remarriage would not be cancelled by subsequent termination of the later marriage. In other words, if the right was indeed lost due to the re-marriage, the "re-divorce' would not revive it.

Unfortunately, due to the issues surrounding your case (having children, one of whom has been abused by your ex husband), it will be very difficult for you to pursue this case on your own. You want to ensure that you receive as many protections as you can for your children as well as whatever you are entitled to financially (child support, your share of community property, etc.). As such, I recommend contacting several local attorneys and asking them if they offer payment plans or alternative billing arrangements to handle cases like yours. If you don't find any attorneys willing to take your case at a reduced fee or willing to make payment arrangements, my next suggestion is to ask for help from close family and friends. You need a qualified attorney's representation for the best possible outcome. Good luck.