Divorce Property Dispute Guidance

Summary

In divorce cases involving joint tenancy, financial contributions and property rights are crucial. California family code sections 721, 1101, and 2640, along with civil code section 845, address these issues. The estate of hughes case highlights joint tenants obligations to share property expenses. Consult your attorney to understand how these laws apply to your situation.

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My son is getting a divorce. His wife is seeking spousal support. I purchased a home for them and they agreed to start helping with the costs but never did. His wife is seeking part of the home so his attorney and the judge said I should be a joinder to the case. I did. Now his wife is seeking information on my income, expenses, retirement, and tax returns for the past 4 years from me as well as my son. Do I have to provide that information?
Hi ****, that's quite a situation. Generally, when you become a joinder in a divorce case, you might be required to provide financial information, especially if it pertains to the property in question. However, the extent of the information required can vary.
- Relevance: Only information directly relevant to the case should be requested.
- Privacy: You can object to providing overly invasive information that doesn't pertain to the case.
You should consult with your attorney on how to respond to these requests. They can help you determine what is necessary to provide and what you can object to.
Is there anything else specific you need help with?
Most of the information requested is not relevant to the case. The wife has held the house hostage and for her sole use since they separated in *. I have continued to pay the mortgage, property taxes and insurance but do not have access to the house nor does my son.
Hey ****! It sounds like a tough situation. Here are some points to consider:
- Relevance: Only provide information directly related to the property and financial contributions.
- Objection: Your attorney can help you object to irrelevant or overly invasive requests.
Have you discussed these specific concerns with your attorney yet?
what case law is applicable to this request
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Hi ****! Here are a few relevant points regarding your situation:
- California Family Code Section *: This section explains the fiduciary duty between spouses, including full disclosure of all material facts and information relevant to the community property.
- California Family Code Section *: This section addresses breaches of fiduciary duty and the remedies available.
- California Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) Section *.*: This section pertains to depositions and the discovery process, which can include financial disclosures.
It's crucial to consult your attorney for specific guidance on how to handle these requests. Would you like more detailed information on any of these laws?
my husband and I plus my son and his wife were all on the deed for the home as joint tenants. she is claiming *% of the value of the home but has lived there rent free for 9 years and not paid a cent of the costs related to the house even though she agreed to. what case law pertains to this
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Hi ****, here are some relevant points and case law that may pertain to your situation:
- California Family Code Section *: This section addresses the reimbursement of separate property contributions to community property.
- California Civil Code Section *: This section deals with the obligations of joint tenants to share costs.
- Estate of Hughes (*): This case discusses the rights of joint tenants and the contribution to property expenses.
You should discuss these with your attorney to see how they apply to your specific situation.
tell me more about the estate of hughes case
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Sure, ****! The "Estate of Hughes" case (*) primarily dealt with the rights and obligations of joint tenants concerning property expenses. Some key points include:
- Joint tenants are expected to contribute to property expenses, such as mortgage, taxes, and insurance.
- Non-contributing joint tenants may owe reimbursements to those covering the costs.
Discussing with your attorney can provide specific insights on how this applies to your case.
what about Milan
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Hi ****! The "Estate of Hughes" case is specific to California law and may not be directly applicable in Milan. If you meant Milan, Italy, or another jurisdiction, you would need to consult local laws and legal precedents there. Can you confirm the location or clarify further?
the Milan case regarding joint tenents
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Hey ****! I'm not aware of a specific "Milan case" regarding joint tenants in California. However, the principles discussed in the "Estate of Hughes" case should be quite relevant to your situation. Would you like to explore more about local cases or laws that might apply to your case?
yes
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Hi ****! Here are a few more relevant California cases that might help you:
- Marriage of Branco (*): Discusses reimbursement rights for separate property contributions.
- Marriage of Delaney (*): Highlights the importance of financial contributions in joint tenancy.
Would you like more information on any of these cases?