Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Division of property
When my daughter got married in 2005 her husband already had purchased a house and was paying on a mortgage which is in his name only. If a divorce takes place within a year of being married does she have any legal rights to the house.
Asked on 2/16/06, 3:21 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Division of property
Probably, not much, if any.(And, furthermore, why should she?)
Answered on 2/16/06, 4:52 pm
Fred Kaufman
Fredrick S. Kaufman, Esquire
Re: Division of property
If he purchased the house prior to marriage and still maintains the deed in his own name then no she has no marital interest in the property as it is classified under Virginia Code 20-107.1 as his separate property.
Answered on 2/16/06, 11:59 pm