Legal Question in Family Law in New York

Domestic partnership seperation

Me and my Girlfriend(EX) had a domestic partnership agreement in NYC, we have recently split, at the time we were together we had purchased a home, which we shared for the past 10 years. The Bills were split 50/50. However her name appears only on the mortgage, what is my legal right to the home, am I entitled to 50%?


Asked on 4/30/08, 5:16 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Kristen Browde Browde Law, P.C.

Re: Domestic partnership seperation

This kind of question can only be accurately answered after a careful review of the specific facts of the purchase and the partnership. You should connsult a qualified attorney familiar with the state of play in domestic partnership and same-sex marriage law. If you're in the New York City area or its suburbs, please feel free to get in touch.

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Answered on 4/30/08, 6:00 pm
Michael Markowitz Michael A. Markowitz, PC

Re: Domestic partnership seperation

Assuming that both names are on the deed, you are entitled to 50% of the equity in the house.

Mike.

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Answered on 4/30/08, 6:06 pm


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