Q: What are my legal rights for compensation before I file a quitclaim on the house I bought with my ex boyfriend?
I am on the deed for a house in Florida. Me and my then boyfriend got the house. He paid for the down payment and is paying the mortgage. I just wanted to know my legal rights for compensation as I decide to file for a quitclaim. This relationship ended badly since he abused and cheated on me. I moved out and we haven’t spoken since then. I’m trying to move forward with my life so I don’t want any ties between us.
A: You don't "file for a quitclaim". A quitclaim is a form of deed. Do you want to convey your ownership interest to him on a quitclaim deed? You can do that, but I recommend that you retain a lawyer to draft it for you.
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A: Do not just give away valuable property. Hire a TN attorney to represent you, negotiate an agreeable purchase amount, and have your attorney draft the FL Quit Claim Deed. He can take receipt of the funds, then have you execute the Deed. Only then he can send it to BF, and give you the money minus his fee.
A: If the property is located in Florida, you can file a partition lawsuit. In the lawsuit, the court will decide how to equitable split the property. If that cannot be done, the court will order the sale of the property with the parties splitting the funds from the sale. This would be your best option rather than giving your abusive ex boyfriend a quitclaim deed. You are entitled to a portion of the value as half owner of the property. Schedule a free consultation to make sure your interest in the property is adequately compensated.
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