Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Marital property?
My husband recently purchased a country home, and only put his name on the deed. We have been married for 25 years, and have 2 children. We are having marital problems. Do I still legally own half of the house, even though my name is not on the deed?
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Marital property?
Although, you MAY have an interest or share in the house, (that might be subject to "equitable distribution," upon your divorce), you do not "own half" the house, if your name is not on the title or deed.
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Re: Marital property?
No. New York is not a community property state.
Re: Marital property?
Yes, as long as he purchased the property while you were legally married, the house is subject to distribution if you were to divorce.
Re: Marital property?
As long as you get divorced in NY, half of everything obtained with marital funds belongs to each of you in half. There are some exeptions You should consult a family lawyer about this.
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