Family Law
Family law questions? Ask a family lawyer online.
Connect one-on-one with {0} who will answer your question
Answered in 13 minutes by:
5/19/2023
LawyerDavid, Attorney
Category: Family Law
Satisfied Customers: 2,033
Experience: Highly experienced attorney Commercial Law, Litigation, Intellectual Property Law, and Family Law
VerifiedHello! Welcome to JustAnswer and thank you for coming to the site. My name is ***** ***** I am an attorney ready to answer your legal questions. Just a few quick things before we get started:
I will respond to all your posts very quickly, but if you do not receive a response immediately, please know you have not been forgotten. It is most likely a technical delay on my end and I will be with you as soon as possible.
The site will generate an automatic option for a telephone call for you, but it is not necessary to have a call and it will be my pleasure to work with you in this format, or have a call only if that is your preference.
One moment while I prepare your response.
I am very sorry you are in this position! In a situation where your boyfriend purchased a boat but never transferred the title to his name, it could potentially cause complications, especially if you financed the motors for the boat. Here are a few options you may consider:
1. Communication: Start by discussing the situation with your boyfriend and expressing your concerns. It's possible that he may have a valid reason for not transferring the title or may be willing to rectify the situation.
2. Review the financing agreement: Carefully review the terms of the financing agreement you entered into for the boat motors. It may contain provisions related to ownership and title transfer. If your boyfriend is not the legal owner of the boat, it could impact your rights and obligations under the agreement.
3. Seek legal action: If all else fails and you are unable to resolve the situation amicably, you may need to pursue legal action. Your attorney can advise you on the appropriate steps to take, such as filing a lawsuit to protect your interests and potentially seek reimbursement for the financed motors.
Remember, the specifics of your situation, such as your jurisdiction and the terms of your financing agreement, can greatly impact your legal recourse. I hope this provides you with some assistance and please let me know if you need any clarification or if this has not fully addressed your questions. I am happy to assist you in any way that I can.
How JustAnswer works
Describe your issueThe assistant will guide you
Chat 1:1 with a family lawyerLicensed Experts are available 24/7
100% satisfaction guaranteeGet all the answers you need
Related Family Law Questions
Boyfriend bought a boat and never transferred title to his
Boyfriend bought a boat and never transferred title to his name. I financed the motors for the boat. What is my legal recourse… read more
BrandonEsq
Attorney
Juris Doctorate
4,683 satisfied customers
Boyfriend bought a boat and never transferred title to his
Boyfriend bought a boat and never transferred title to his name. I financed the motors for the boat. What is my legal recourse… read more
Lucy, Esq.
Juris Doctor
32,264 satisfied customers
My daughter lived with her boyfriend and he was divorced. he
my daughter lived with her boyfriend and he was divorced . he passed away about 2 or 3 weeks ago. she gave his daughters his bank cards, the trucks he had, aand now they want to take a double wide mob… read more
Attorney Matt
Attorney
Doctoral Degree
18,849 satisfied customers
My boyfriend of 5 years(and father of my youngest) purchased
My boyfriend of 5 years(and father of my youngest) purchased a car for me. I have texts and many people to prove this and the insurance is even in my name. He kept the title, I'm assuming to use again… read more
KP-Esq.
1,676 satisfied customers
Got divorced in Missouri, it was finalized at the end of
Got divorced in Missouri, it was finalized at the end of April. My ex filed a Nunc Pro Tunc because the judge ruled that we split my $5K 401K, but didn't say who would pay for the QRDO. Ex also makes … read more
Robert L
Deputy General Counsel
Juris Doctor
5,229 satisfied customers
Soon to be ex transferred the title of the boat to his uncle
Soon to be ex transferred the title of the boat to his uncle a couple of days before filling for divorce. My cousin had no knowledge of this happening. The boat was bought during marriage but only his… read more
RayAnswers
Lawyer
Doctoral Degree
21,278 satisfied customers
What does it mean when the divorce decree says real estate
What does it mean when the divorce decree says real estate is awarded to respondent? Does that mean she needs to put cfc the house in her own name? … read more
EvanG329
Attorney
JD
5,624 satisfied customers
My ex husband and I have been divorced for 3 yrs, he
My ex husband and I have been divorced for 3 yrs, he recently passed away May 10th … read more
EvanG329
Attorney
JD
5,624 satisfied customers
I came into the marriage with my own money n bought our
I came into the marriage with my own money n bought our vehicles, boat n small inexpensive property. What will he have a right to if we divorce? … read more
ChrisAEsq
Attorney
Juris Doctor
1,548 satisfied customers
We have a boat that was left on our property and would like
We have a boat that was left on our property and would like to donate it but have no title any ideas. Ex husband was owner … read more
RebeccaD1015
Attorney
J.D.
53 satisfied customers
My husband filed for divorce in October. I now have a legal
My husband filed for divorce in October. I now have a legal aid lawyer who says I have no entitlement to anything. I entered this marriage with a farm worth 220,000 and am now broke. It was a severely… read more
Richard
Owner and Attorney
Juris Doctorate
10,089 satisfied customers
Am I able to sign a boat over that has been sold to me and
Am I able to sign a boat over that has been sold to me and write over the bill of sale to my soon to be ex ex-husband that wants it in his name over in his name over the bill of sale in his name by wr… read more
DanLegal
Law Partner
Juris Doctor
22,481 satisfied customers
My ex and I were given a sail boat by a friend during the
My ex and I were given a sail boat by a friend during the marriage that we have taken in our possession and maintained together , used as a family and paid the slip / doc fee . But it's still in his f… read more
Sean K
Attorney/Member
JD
11,732 satisfied customers
It's a question. None. My boyfriend wants to buy a house to
My boyfriend wants to buy a house to flip with me paying down pmt and all costs of repairs so that we can sell and split the money. He owes 65,000 in back child support due to him and his ex being in prison. His children are now 25 (twins). Will the proceeds from the sale go to VA Child support?… read more
Robert L
Deputy General Counsel
Juris Doctor
5,229 satisfied customers
My question is I'm still legally married,my husband financed
Hi my question is I'm still legally married,my husband financed a truck for me until I could pay it off. I have now paid the truck in full but he refuses to transfer the title over now..its in his nam… read more
DrakeLAW
Juris Doctorate
1,038 satisfied customers
My husband and I own a boat. In the divorce papers he is to
My husband and I own a boat. In the divorce papers he is to give me in $ my share. Can he go and sell the boat without my permission?… read more
Alex J. Esq.
Managing Attorney
Doctoral Degree
19,733 satisfied customers
About 10 months ago I purchased a vehicle out-of-state, because
About 10 months ago I purchased a vehicle out-of-state, because I had immediate financial obligations I was unable to have the title switched over until now....however. My state requires that all pers… read more
socrateaser
37,075 satisfied customers
Is 2 years of co-habitation considered a meretricious relationship
Is 2 years of co-habitation considered a meretricious relationship? My ex boyfriend & i bought a house using both our names but I paid for everything, the down payment, ect. he lived there and paid 1/… read more
RayAnswers
Lawyer
Doctoral Degree
21,278 satisfied customers
DISCLAIMER: Answers from Experts on JustAnswer are not substitutes for the advice of an attorney. JustAnswer is a public forum and questions and responses are not private or confidential or protected by the attorney-client privilege. The Expert above is not your attorney, and the response above is not legal advice. You should not read this response to propose specific action or address specific circumstances, but only to give you a sense of general principles of law that might affect the situation you describe. Application of these general principles to particular circumstances must be done by a lawyer who has spoken with you in confidence, learned all relevant information, and explored various options. Before acting on these general principles, you should hire a lawyer licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction to which your question pertains.
The responses above are from individual Experts, not JustAnswer. The site and services are provided “as is”. To view the verified credential of an Expert, click on the “Verified” symbol in the Expert’s profile. This site is not for emergency questions which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.
JustAnswer in the News:
Ask-a-doc Web sites: If you've got a quick question, you can try to get an answer from sites that say they have various specialists on hand to give quick answers... Justanswer.com.
JustAnswer.com...has seen a spike since October in legal questions from readers about layoffs, unemployment and severance.
Web sites like justanswer.com/legal
...leave nothing to chance.
...leave nothing to chance.
Traffic on JustAnswer rose 14 percent...and had nearly 400,000 page views in 30 days...inquiries related to stress, high blood pressure, drinking and heart pain jumped 33 percent.
Tory Johnson, GMA Workplace Contributor, discusses work-from-home jobs, such as JustAnswer in which verified Experts answer people’s questions.
I will tell you that...the things you have to go through to be an Expert are quite rigorous.
What Customers are Saying:
Not only did he answer my Michigan divorce question but was also able to help me out with it, too. I have since won my legal case on this matter and thank you so much for it.
Michigan
Mr. Kaplun clearly had an exceptional understanding of the issue and was able to explain it concisely. I would recommend JustAnswer to anyone. Great service that lives up to its promises!
Edmond, OK
My Expert was fast and seemed to have the answer to my taser question at the tips of her fingers. Communication was excellent. I left feeling confident in her answer.
Redwood City, CA
I am very pleased with JustAnswer as a place to go for divorce or criminal law knowledge and insight.
Wichita, KS
PaulMJD helped me with questions I had regarding an urgent legal matter. His answers were excellent.
Houston, TX
Anne was extremely helpful. Her information put me in the right direction for action that kept me legal, possible saving me a ton of money in the future. Thank you again, Anne!!
Atlanta, GA
It worked great. I had the facts and I presented them to my ex-landlord and she folded and returned my deposit. The 50 bucks I spent with you solved my problem.
Apopka, FL
< Previous | Next >
Meet the Experts:
RayAnswers
Lawyer
21,278 satisfied customers
30 years as a family law lawyer .
Ely
Counselor at Law
11,987 satisfied customers
Private practice with focus on family, criminal, PI, consumer protection, and business consultation.
LawTalk
Attorney and Counselor at Law
9,034 satisfied customers
30 years legal experience. I remain current in Family Law through regular continuing education.
P. Simmons
Lawyer
5,323 satisfied customers
16 yrs. of experience including family law.
Barrister
Lawyer
5,071 satisfied customers
Attorney with 21 years experience
RobertJDFL
Lawyer
4,156 satisfied customers
Experienced in multiple areas of the law.
ScottyMacEsq
Lawyer
3,597 satisfied customers
Licensed Texas General Practice Attorney
< Previous | Next >
DISCLAIMER: Answers from Experts on JustAnswer are not substitutes for the advice of an attorney. JustAnswer is a public forum and questions and responses are not private or confidential or protected by the attorney-client privilege. The Expert above is not your attorney, and the response above is not legal advice. You should not read this response to propose specific action or address specific circumstances, but only to give you a sense of general principles of law that might affect the situation you describe. Application of these general principles to particular circumstances must be done by a lawyer who has spoken with you in confidence, learned all relevant information, and explored various options. Before acting on these general principles, you should hire a lawyer licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction to which your question pertains.
The responses above are from individual Experts, not JustAnswer. The site and services are provided “as is”. To view the verified credential of an Expert, click on the “Verified” symbol in the Expert’s profile. This site is not for emergency questions which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.
