dq: I live in MA. My ex left things not fit for a yard sale and moved across the country (he took the good/irreplaceable stuff/all his, and left broken/useless/very used items). My Lawyer told me after two years I could dispose of the stuff. I sold some stuff he gave me as gifts. Call the nearest Bar Association and see if there is anyone providing free legal help or call your nearest women's services center to see if they have a Lawyer/referral for low income women. I would also contact the people in Town/City Government where you live and ask what the procedure is for abandoned property. My ex took 2 1/2 months to move his stuff in his car to storage and I called him and told him what the stuff was that should have been removed by him (I called a metal guy for the rusty tools and others/hauling service got the call for the rest). I also called for him to take a look when he was visiting the area and he came - didn't want the stuff. I also mailed him some items.