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Separation/divorce: are apartments viewed by judges as inferior "family homes"?

  • 26-02-2022 2:37pm
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    In a courtcase, if somebody could show two nice apartments could be bought for the children in the same area in the event of the family house being sold, would a judge in Irish law dismiss this as an alternative?


    While tens of millions of families from all socio-economic backgrounds across Europe are raised in apartments, is there a thing in the culture of judges/Irish law which would not facilitate this?

    The price of each apartment in Dublin would buy two very nice houses outside Dublin, but if reducing disruption in terms of schools/friendships is the priority, the only financial option in this area of Dublin is two apartments.

    How would the courts view that as an alternative? Or would they insist the guy leaves the house and pays (very high Dublin) rent elsewhere while continuing to pay the house mortgage? Thanks.



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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12 JohnMorris78


    I am also facing this. My solicitor has advised that a Judge will consider what is best for the kids, which is clearly to stay in the current family home in my case. It’s close to their schools and has a big garden- they each have their own rooms. Most apartments are 2 beds, and obviously have no outdoor space. They would have to share a room. Whatever a judge might say, I am trying to avoid this for my kids.



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