“Abandoning” Marital Property
Many people assume that leaving their homes while divorce procedures are being initiated will have a negative effect on their ability to keep their homes following the dissolution of their marriages. The belief is that leaving property counts as “abandoning” it, which some believe causes courts to re-evaluate property ownership. However, this could not be further from the truth.
If you are going through a divorce and concerned about how it will affect your ability to keep your home in the divorce settlement, the West Palm Beach divorce attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. may be able to help protect your rights and fight for the property you deserve. To learn more about what we can do for you, contact us today by calling 561-353-2800.
Property Abandonment
Despite what many assume, marital property rights are not affected by one spouse’s decision to move. Both spouses continue to have equal rights to real estate so long as any of the following conditions are met:
- The individual has equity in the property
- The individual’s name is on the deed of the property
- The individual has marital interest (a claim to the property related to the marriage)
If any of these conditions are met, the person has a legitimate claim to property rights and can fight to keep the home in the event of a divorce.
Contact Us
If you or someone you love is considering filing for a divorce and is concerned about his or her ability to keep the home, we may be able to help. If you are interested in learning more, contact the West Palm Beach divorce attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. today by calling 561-353-2800.
