Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland

divorce

if a property was purchased using monies from an inheritance- but at the time of purchase-both parties signed the deed-is the party filing for divorce entitled to half of that property?


Asked on 7/13/07, 6:04 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alton Drew Alton Drew, LLC

Re: divorce

The property purchased is marital property and subject to equitable division. The split might not be 50-50 but could be.

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Answered on 7/13/07, 6:59 am
G. Joseph Holthaus III Law Offices of G. Joseph Holthaus

Re: divorce

Inheritance is not subject to a marital property division as it is personal property. Personal property can become marital property. Several other facts may apply and you should speak with an attorney concerning litigation or agreement.

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Answered on 7/13/07, 10:18 pm


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