Unmarried Separation Property Ruling
Published / Last Updated on 08/11/2011
Unmarried Separation Property Ruling.
The Supreme Court has ruled that Leonard Kernott, who left his his partner nearly 20 years ago is not entitled to half the value of the house they had shared, but has ruled instead that he is entitled to 10% of its value.
Patricia Jones was challenging a Court of Appeal Ruling which had given Mr Kernott an equal share of the home’s value, which was bought in joint names, but after separating, Ms Jones solely paid the mortgage for 13 years.
This decision could alter the legal outlook for unmarried couples arguing over property after separating, according to Lawyers.