"i think there is some law that states "common-law-wives" would be entitled to a % of the asset after a period of time. plus she would need proof of living in the property. Can someone clarify this for me? I may have it wrong... but at least i didnt snarl!!!!!"
No - there is no such law in this jurisdiction. And I think sandymount "snapped" rather than "snarled"!
The big question is why would the OP think they would have any entitlement to anything? That is what beggars belief in my view.
Not married, no kids ( that we are told about), paid half of bills and food ( why does this make any difference? should he have paid for her?). If they were married and if there were kids and if her name was/was not on the Deeds and if they split, that would be viewed differently by the Courts.
mf