Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Connecticut

co-ownership

my husband has been estranged from his mother for 7 years- only child- father died in 1991-his name is listed as co-owner of the house- he received paperwork to sign since she wants to sell- no mortgage-is he automatically entitled to 1/2 of the selling price- can she do anything to prevent him from his share? he doesnt have copy of the deed he signed- should we get a copy before he signs any paperwork? he does not want to have any dealings with her at all so do you suggest we hire an attorney to handle this for us? does the fact that his fathers will left everything to his wife and on her death to his son matter? he was added as co-owner after his fathers death-


Asked on 6/13/04, 8:56 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Thomas Noonan Attorney Thomas F. Noonan L.L.C.

Re: co-ownership

He should consult with an attorney before he signs any paper work. If his name is on the deed or on a probate form transfering one half of the property to him, it can not be transfered without his signature and, sold, he would be intitled to his one half share of the proceeds. if you desire, I will give you a free consulation to review all the paper work transfering the house to him. Thanks, Tom Noonan

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Answered on 6/14/04, 11:19 am


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