In Va, can I sue to recoup separate property?

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In Va, can I sue to recoup separate property?

In about 2004, I sold my inheritance (real estate that was titled solely in my name) to pay my soon-to-be former wife’s separate debt. Can I sue her to recoup my loss?

Asked on May 26, 2009 under Family Law, Virginia

Answers:

J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

Such a claim to recoup this money is not likely to be successful unless you had an agreement with the person that she would repay the debt.  When you helped pay your ex's debt, it was a gift so to speak and you did not - at the time - have any expectation that she would repay you.  Unfornately, the court is not going to enforce such a claim.  Therefore, i suggest that you look at this as a loss and move on.  its frustrating, but there is nothing you can do unless there was a promise by her that she would repay you.


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