Southern California Property Division Lawyer

San Bernardino Family Law and Divorce Attorney

One of the many issues that will come up during your divorce is the division of property. Both you and your spouse will need to discuss this issue and come up with a mutual understanding and agreement.  In the state of California, property obtained during a marriage is considered community property. This means that all money earned by either spouse is shared equally, and therefore any property purchased during the marriage is also to be shared equally. However, any property obtained by either spouse prior to the marriage is considered separate property and will not be divided.

If you and your spouse are unable to come to an agreement, then a judge will make a decision for you. A judge will rule based on what he or she considers to be a “just and right” manner, which may mean that one spouse receives more community property and/or liabilities than the other spouse. It would be in your best interest to keep a financial log prior to filing for divorce in order to have proper financial information regarding your and your spouse’s assets. This will be very beneficial in determining who gets what during the divorce proceedings.

At The Law Office of Michael R. Young we provide experienced legal advice and representation for all complex divorce issues. We will help determine what property you have a legal right to, and help keep ownership of the community property that you wish to maintain. In addition, we will help to fairly distribute and negotiate any financial liabilities or debt that may be owed together by you and your spouse.

The Law Office of Michael R. Young

At The Law Office of Michael R. Young we provide legal resources and professional advice to clients in need of a San Bernardino divorce attorney for a divorce or legal separation matter. Attorney Michael R. Young is extremely dedicated and committed to his clients’ rights and overall wellbeing. He will give your case the personal legal attention that it needs in order to help ensure a successful outcome for your case in a San Bernardino, Riverside or Temecula court of law. He provides a free evaluation and consultation for all divorce and family law matters.

Property division questions? Contact us today!