Property Division in a Divorce
One of the main issues in any divorce is the division of property and debts. In New York, the manner in which property and debts are divided is known as equitable distribution. In other words, property and debt are split between the divorcing couple in a manner that is fair but not necessarily equal.
There may be good reasons why property should not be split equally and it is the job of your attorney to prove that when going before the divorce court judge. That is why it is important to have an experienced Deer Park equitable distribution lawyer on your side.
A divorce lawyer at Miller, Apfel & Curran, PLLC, can help you achieve a negotiated or litigated divorce settlement of your marital property. Call us at 631-586-1111 or 518-583-4360. You can also contact our Deer Park or Saratoga Springs law office online for a free initial consultation with an equitable distribution attorney.
What Factors Are Considered When Dividing Property?
Property acquired during marriage is subject to equitable distribution. In order to determine how to divide property, the court will take a variety of factors into account, including:
- A spouse's monetary contributions to the marriage
- Nonmonetary assistance to a spouse's career
- The efforts of each spouse during the marriage
- The length of the marriage
- The relative earning capacity of each spouse
While the equitable distribution of property appears to be straightforward, it is important to identify what will actually be considered marital property and what is considered separate property. Separate property is not subject to equitable distribution.
Our Attorneys Can Help Protect Your Assets
If you are considering or beginning a divorce, our experienced divorce attorneys can help you go through your assets to determine what property should be equitably distributed. We want to ensure that you receive all that you are entitled to and hold onto everything that is rightfully yours. We have more than 90 years of legal experience in the practice of family law.
Call Our Saratoga Springs or Deer Park NY Property Division Agreement Attorneys for a Free Initial Consultation
Call 631-586-1111 or 518-583-4360 You can also contact our Deer Park or Saratoga Springs office online for a free initial consultation with an experienced Saratoga Springs, NY, property division agreement attorney. We have free parking, and evening and weekend appointments are available.
