Atlanta, GA asked in Divorce for Georgia

Q: I am breaking up with my longtime BF. He makes far more money than I do, we have lived together for over 2 years in GA.

I have helped with financial decisions home improvement and paying bills. Am I entitled to a settlement?

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Ellaretha Coleman
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Ellaretha Coleman
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: Not likely. Unless your name is on the property, your voluntary payments toward bills and improvement outside of a marriage will not entitle you to any ownership interest in the property.

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Regina Irene Edwards
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: No, there are no rights afforded to you as a non married partner.

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Homer P Jordan IV
Homer P Jordan IV
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  • Atlanta, GA
  • Licensed in Georgia

A: Considering you were not married it is not likely that you will be able to obtain a settlement for your contribution. -Homer P. Jordan IV, Esq. 404-620-1558

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