Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Divorce and the home

I got married about 2 years ago,and I own a mobile home I bought it cash previous to our marriage,does my wife have any rights to this property. Also no children.


Asked on 10/05/07, 11:28 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Seth Kaufman Kaufman PLLC

Re: Divorce and the home

Generally, property acquired prior to marriage is separate, not subject to equitable distribution in a divorce. However, it is possible to convert separate property to marital property through comingling or other actions, so contact an attorney with all of the details to get a reliable answer.

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Answered on 10/07/07, 5:22 pm
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Divorce and the home

On the limited facts you offered, no, she does not.

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Answered on 10/05/07, 11:55 am


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