A home, investment account or business interest may begin as your separate property. During your marriage, however, the asset might increase greatly in value. You may wonder who benefits from that growth, especially when shared income, work or improvements helped...
Month: July 2026
Property division challenges in long-term marriages
Property division is complicated in any divorce, but divorcing after decades of marriage can make it even more challenging. By the time a couple has been married 20, 30 or even 40 years, they’ve accumulated significant assets, blended their finances and made joint...
What to consider if you plan to keep your home post-divorce
Your family home is likely one of the most valuable assets you’ll need to address in your divorce. Many divorcing couples who own their home jointly have no realistic option financially other than to sell their home and divide the proceeds. If, however, you believe...
Why business valuation matters in a high-asset divorce
If you or your spouse owns a business, its value can significantly affect the outcome of a high-asset divorce. Whether the business is marital property or separate property, determining its fair value often plays a central role in negotiating or litigating property...
What are good-faith reasons for relocation?
Relocation can be a bit complex for divorced parents who share child custody rights. When they both have joint physical custody rights, moving with the children could violate the custody order. If one parent moves two hours away, for example, it may become impossible...

