Committed To Fair Results – Property Division Attorneys In North Carolina
Going through a divorce often comes with a lot of conflict and a lot of confusion. One of the most contentious parts of this process is often when property division comes in. There’s a lot to be discussed and divided when you’ve built a life with another person and emotions can run high during this process. At Piedmont Eastern Litigation, our property division lawyers in Raleigh, North Carolina, are dedicated to helping people figure out this process. We provide straightforward, effective legal advice backed by our years of experience in family law and divorce. A property division lawyer can help you make sure your divorce is resolved fairly.
What Does Equitable Division Mean In North Carolina?
Most states, including North Carolina, divide property based on “equitable distribution” laws. That means if you and your spouse cannot come to an agreement about how your property should be divided during your divorce, the courts will divide your property for you. They use the equitable division policy to split your property “equitably,” which means that your marital property is not separated exactly using 50/50 division but in a way that is supposed to be fair and balanced for both parties.
For example, marital property, like accounts and stock portfolios, may be split equally, but for less divisible assets, like the family home, the judge may award the property to one spouse and other assets worth the same monetary value to the other spouse. However, in some cases, one spouse may argue they deserve more than the other under equitable distribution.
All marital property is subject to equitable division during divorce. This means all property and assets acquired during your marriage, from real estate to bank and retirement accounts. It also includes debt and may still include property and accounts that only have one person’s name listed on them. Gifts given by a third party and assets bought or obtained before marriage are the only things considered separate property and not subject to division.
How Can We Help?
If your property becomes subject to this process, our property division lawyers can represent you and help ensure the process is carried out as fairly as possible. We can provide an accurate valuation of all your assets, assess your debts and ensure everything is documented and accounted for. We can also assist in determining and proving what is your separate property when needed.
A property division lawyer can be your best advocate during this process. You need to work with someone who has dedicated experience navigating the ins and outs of property division. Our attorneys can lay out all your options, make decisions and come to a fair arrangement that meets your goals and interests. Our property division lawyers can also represent you during litigation, should it be necessary. After determining your interests, we can argue on your behalf so you can leave this process feeling satisfied.
Learn More About Our Property Division Lawyers
This process is complex and often emotional, but our attorneys have the skill and experience to help. We’ll be there for you throughout the process with direct communication and personal service. Find out more about how we can be there for you and how we can successfully resolve your case with an initial consultation. You may use our online contact form or call 984-308-8900 to get in touch with a dedicated property division lawyer. We’ll start by getting to know you and thoroughly evaluating your situation. Then, we can find a legal strategy that truly works for your situation.
Don’t let the divorce process get out of hand; we can help make sure your livelihood and your legacy are safeguarded. Our property division attorneys can protect what you’ve built and come to a fair agreement during a divorce.