My partner and I are going to court regarding our house which has both our names on the title deeds. I want to buy my partner's share (giving him his equity in the house). He wants the house and is prepared to give me my share. I have not told him how much I received from my mother's inheritance and he states that he can make me tell the court how much I received and if it's alot of money then the court will state that I can go and find another house.
With all that said I have a son, the house is near his school and my place of work and I really don't want to move house nor do I want to tell him how much I received from the inheritance.
2007-03-31 07:48:32 · 16 answers · asked by Candy 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I live in the UK.
2007-03-31 10:19:04 · update #1
You have offered him his equity in the house, you are not trying in any way to cheat him, you could even offer him a little extra. What money you have is not the issue it is your home and your sons you have a valid non sentimental reason for staying. The law will always take into account a child's circumstances first. He isn't claiming any of your money just trying to buy you out of the house. Sounds as if he is just trying to be nasty. However I would get yourself a good lawyer it will be worth the money and then go for costs!
2007-03-31 08:16:26 · answer #1 · answered by Grannygrump 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If your inheritance was the result of a probate case, it will be public record unless a judge orders otherwise. Also, if the dispute over the house results in a civil law suit, he can find out just about anything through his lawyer in what the courts call discovery. You could be required to answer all sorts of financial questions under oath. Note--how much money you have will likely have no effect on whether you will be required to move. As long as you are willing to pay the equity to your partner, you have a good chance to keep the house. Push the idea of keeping your son in the same school, etc. Good Luck.
2007-03-31 08:44:09 · answer #2 · answered by rose_50613 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How about offering him his equity plus some cash since you both want the house.
Make him a deal the godfather would go for.
2007-03-31 07:56:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
whether your married or not, an inheritance is none of his business and cannot effect this case. however if you both do not agree who buys out who, the courts will make the house be sold and split the money.
2007-03-31 08:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a question for a lawyer my guess is that your partner does not know the law and is bluffing. A lawyer will be able to tell you the law and if your partner can do as he states. Otherwise your on very shakey ground.
2007-03-31 07:54:57 · answer #5 · answered by jawbertsc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i got divorced though my solicitor every thing was split fifty fifty you need a solicitor where you state you terms IE you want to stay at the house and eny other things you want but you need to let him or her know how much you have and get a better solicitor than your partner they will defend you and your property's or moneys for you it will cost you a lot of money in fees but worth it in the end good luck and be strong p.s. don't tell your partner how much you have or what you want out of this settlement or he will yous it against you you only need to tell your solicitor
2007-03-31 08:16:24 · answer #6 · answered by ray j 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get a lawyer...ASAP
Depending on what state
you live in, he is entitled to
half of anything you have.
If you lived together and
considered each other
a spouse, in public...some
states it doesn't matter how
long you were together.
It could turn out to be more
than a fight over a house.
So Protect Yourself!!
Get a lawyer ASAP.....
2007-03-31 07:57:06 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If court proceedings were began before any knowledge of the inheritance, he has no legal entitlement to anything.
2007-03-31 07:56:45 · answer #8 · answered by wolfsingleton 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whether you have to divulge your inheritance is a question of relevance to the issues before the court. I think it is quite a stretch and he is trying to intimidate you.
2007-03-31 08:07:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You aren't giving all the facts. Pure and simple. You should consult an attorney, but you will have to tell them exactly what's going on if you want any kind of help at all.
2007-03-31 07:53:20 · answer #10 · answered by cyanne2ak 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋