Reading: We’ve been married for a year, but my wife has been living apart for the last 8 months. She refuses to stay with my family, and things have become difficult. I have a flat, gifted by my father, and I’m still paying the loan. Recently, her family started asking about the flat’s ownership and other assets I own. These were acquired before marriage, and she never contributed. She now wants a divorce. Can she claim any of my assets? Can I transfer the flat to my mother’s name to protect it?

We’ve been married for a year, but my wife has been living apart for the last 8 months. She refuses to stay with my family, and things have become difficult. I have a flat, gifted by my father, and I’m still paying the loan. Recently, her family started asking about the flat’s ownership and other assets I own. These were acquired before marriage, and she never contributed. She now wants a divorce. Can she claim any of my assets? Can I transfer the flat to my mother’s name to protect it?

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2 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Divorce › We’ve been married for a year, but my wife has been living apart for the last 8 months. She refuses to stay with my family, and things have become difficult. I have a flat, gifted by my father, and I’m still paying the loan. Recently, her family started asking about the flat’s ownership and other assets I own. These were acquired before marriage, and she never contributed. She now wants a divorce. Can she claim any of my assets? Can I transfer the flat to my mother’s name to protect it?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

We’ve been married for a year, but my wife has been living apart for the last 8 months. She refuses to stay with my family, and things have become difficult. I have a flat, gifted by my father, and I’m still paying the loan. Recently, her family started asking about the flat’s ownership and other assets I own. These were acquired before marriage, and she never contributed. She now wants a divorce. Can she claim any of my assets? Can I transfer the flat to my mother’s name to protect it?

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Under Indian law, assets acquired before marriage are considered separate property. Your wife cannot claim ownership of your flat or other assets acquired before marriage. Transferring the flat to your mother’s name while a divorce is pending could be seen as an attempt to hide assets and may have legal repercussions. It’s best to consult a lawyer to understand your legal rights and options.