Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Broken Engagement

If I decide that my fiance and I have irreconcilable differences...and that moving ahead with our marriage plans is not in our best interests, what recouse do I have to reclaim the engagement ring? It is a very expensive ring, and was only bought at that level because she already owned a house, and I wouldn't have to use the money on a downpayment for my own. Thankyou for any advice you may have.


Asked on 9/21/06, 9:48 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: Broken Engagement

Prior to marriage, absent extraordinary curcumstances, you have a right to get an engagement ring back if the marriage does not go through, if your fiancee doesn't voluntarily agree to surrender the ring you can bring a legal action if it becomes necessary.

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Answered on 9/21/06, 10:22 am


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