Here are a couple things to keep in mind:
- Although the court often focuses on community property, all assets and debts — both separate and community — are considered when the court determines a “fair and equitable” division.
- A “fair and equitable” division of assets and liabilities is not necessarily an equal 50/50 division.
At Helland Law Group, we can help you protect your financial interest during a divorce. Division of assets proceedings can go off the rails, if your attorney doesn’t work hard to help uncover any hidden assets that your spouse may have. Other times, protecting your interests may relate to alimony, also called spousal maintenance.