Legal Question in Family Law in Michigan

Not married but seeking some kind of alimony

I have been living with a man for 10 years and now he wants me to move out. Do I have any rights as far as property or right to stay? Can I get anything for the past 10 years of life I have lost? We are not married.


Asked on 3/27/06, 11:12 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: Not married but seeking some kind of alimony

You have no rights under Michigan law as you were not married. The only exception is if he made you a specific promise that you would receive a specific amount or item if you stayed with him a certain amount of time. You'd need lots of proof and coroboration to prove this. As far as alimony or palimony, you have no rights. Michigan puts a big emphasis on being married. William S. Stern

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Answered on 3/27/06, 9:20 pm

Re: Not married but seeking some kind of alimony

There is not a black and white answer to your question. The answer depends on the specific facts of your case. You should retain an experienced and aggressive attorney to protect your rights.

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Answered on 3/27/06, 2:06 pm


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