Common Law Property Division

Summary

In Manitoba, common-law partners without a written agreement face challenges in property division. Your financial contributions to mortgage and taxes may support a claim for unjust enrichment. Consulting a family lawyer is advisable to explore options for fair division of house proceeds.

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There is no written agreement and the profit from the house is roughly *
In Manitoba, without a written agreement, the division of property for common-law partners can indeed be challenging. Since you contributed to mortgage and taxes, you might have a claim.
- Contribution: Your financial contributions are important.
- Unjust Enrichment: You may claim this if your contributions unjustly enriched your partner.
- Consult a Lawyer: To explore your options further, consulting a family lawyer is advisable.
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