San Diego Property Division and Divorce Attorney
For no-nonsense, aggressive advocacy, contact the San Diego, California-based law office of A. Stephen Rocha, Esq. now at (619) 817-8926 or toll free at (866) 675-7148.
Division of property is perhaps the most complex and potentially contentious aspect of divorce. At the law office of A. Stephen Rocha, Esq. in San Diego, California, we are efficient and effective with a no-nonsense approach in handling division of property matters.
Division of Property in a Community Property State
California is a community property state. That means that much of the property acquired during a marriage is community property, unless it can be traced to separate property. While retirement benefits are considered community property, gifts (not given to you by your spouse) and inheritances are separate.
Simple and Complicated Division of Property
At A. Stephen Rocha, Esq., we take a detail-oriented approach to property division and bring our knowledge of divorce law to the process to benefit you. From simple possessions to stock options, we have the experience to help you protect your assets. Dividing defined contribution plans (401K or deferred savings plans) requires special procedures so that cash is withdrawn without any penalties.
Child support, spousal support, and debts can also dictate property division. Excessive debts can result in the higher-earning spouse taking on those obligations. Criminal activity, gambling and extramarital affairs can also affect how property is divided between spouses.
The Need for an Experienced Attorney in Division of Property
In division of property matters, you need experience from a seasoned attorney who employs a direct and efficient approach to resolve the outstanding issues. Doing it yourself is simply not an option due to the complexity of the law. Mediation may become an option to bring both sides together, but we will litigate if that provides the best outcome for you.
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