Legal Question in Family Law in California
Property Settlement
what rights do I or my spouse have to the property owned by him prior to our marriage, our marriage 8 years. The property consisted of 2 lots with rental houses. i part in collections and maintenance and up keep of the prop.
During our major i was the primary source of income. should i receive any of this property in settlement. I was also responsible for paying taxes on this property.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Reply: Property Settlement
In a general sense, property owned prior to marriage is separate property. The community can develop an interest in separate property as payments are made during the marital period. You have raised some complex issues and more facts are required before you can have your questions answered.
For a specific opinion regarding your individual circumstances, I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!
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Good luck to you!
Brian Levy, Esq.
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