Legal Question in Business Law in Massachusetts
Home owner being sued by ex-boyfriend for 1/2 value of home
I bought my home in 2003 with money from my own money market account (sole name on all accounts) all utility, insurance, 1st and 2nd mortage and home improvement projects are in my name. My ex boyfriend was recently removed from the home due to violence and ongoing drug problems (in therapy on/off several years) now he states he is going to sue me for half the value of the home when he has not even paid to leave here but did reside for several years. Is he entitled to anything? Do I need a lawyer? He states thier are laws that protect him?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Home owner being sued by ex-boyfriend for 1/2 value of home
Even if your boyfriend's name was on the deed, which I assume it is not, unless he contributed to the payment of the mortgages it is unlikely he has a legitament right to equity in the property.
If his name is not on the deed then he has almost no chance of getting any of your equity in the home.
You should consult an attorney with all the facts and circumstances of the relationship and the purchase terms and payment of the mortgages etc.
The cost of such a review should not be very expensive and would be worthwhile in preparation for such aciton as your boyfriend might take.
Please feel free to contact me if you have more questions.
Re: Home owner being sued by ex-boyfriend for 1/2 value of home
You most certainly DO need a lawyer.
This matter can escalate very quickly into a costly legal dispute.
This office handle these matters.
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Re: Home owner being sued by ex-boyfriend for 1/2 value of home
I agree with the above attorneys.
You are well-advised to retain an attorney and get all of your ducks in a row in the event that your ex decides to move beyond threats.
Just having an attorney will demonstrate to him that you intend to take this seriously.
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