Because of my father's limited way of thinking (in other words, only about money), I checked into my situation back in January at his urging. H would not get half the house, nor would he get my mother's retirement payment that I receive every month. I don't think (based on math and stuff) that he'd be eligible for spousal support, especially since he's living at his mother's house (and would likely continue to do so).

I also looked into how long I would have to respond if H files for a D, and I have the information about procedure from there. I have not formally retained counsel, but I have a few in mind if it comes to that.