How do I deal with property and asset division during a divorce?
Jan Meriss Alfonso Assistant at Ascent Law LLC If you have been married for a short time and did not have a lot of assets to divide, it is not likely that you will have any trouble dividing your assets and property. However, if you had complicated assets and were married for many years, you may need legal help in dealing with the division of your assets. Equitable distribution The division of property and assets during a divorce is usually handled in an equitable way, which means that the spouses will share as much as possible and that neither spouse will receive more than half. There are a variety of factors that the divorce judge will consider, including how much each spouse earns, as well as how much they owe. Fortunately, you can protect your rights by working with a qualified divorce attorney in your area. The equitable distribution of property and assets during a divorce can be complicated because of the many factors that go into the division. While no two people are the sa...