Legal Question in Family Law in New York

property ownership

significate other and I separating. have over the last 8 years purchased many things together. what grounds to do have to recupe a partial of all monies spent on such as 2001 harley '97 toyota truck, furnishings med bills, medical bills, rehab costs, attorney fees pertaing to misuse of opiates where she worked as rn.....somewhat saying to me that I can have 50% of whatever.....just need some guidance on this matter....were talking about an considerable amount of money here...is it possible to file liens or judgements on said property to keep her from selling items....

thanks for your help


Asked on 1/13/06, 12:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Seth Kaufman Kaufman PLLC

Re: property ownership

If are not married, you may only recoup monies pursuant to an explicit agreement. Unmarried partners do not have any economic interests in eachothers' property other than those expressly agreed to. If you are married, you are entitled to equitable distribution of marital property. That does not mean 50%; rather, the court will award to each party a share of such assets in accordance with a set of specific factors. Feel free to call or office to discuss your particular case in further detail.

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Answered on 1/15/06, 1:34 am


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