Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

I live in Mercer County NJ. On November 26, 2013 I bought out my ex-boyfriend's interest in a home that we owned together. He moved out of this home on October 13, 2013. He left belongings in the home. I contacted him via email and certified mail on December 13, 2013 informing him that he had until January 5, 2014 to pick up the remaining items. How long do I have to hold his things? I don't want to expose myself to a legal matter in the future if I dispose of them to early.


Asked on 12/19/13, 5:48 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

There is no right or wrong answer here. He has the ability to sue you anytime if he comes to you and you have disposed of his things. Whether he wins or not is another story and would depend on how long you retained his items. The deadline you set certainly seems reasonable to me but a judge may differ. Is there a place you can just store them that would not be in your way? The longer you retain them, the safer you will be.

Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. You will only be able to rely on advice from an attorney who you have actually retained. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 12/25/13, 5:49 am


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