Trusted Treasure Coast Property Division Lawyer
Divorce brings significant stress and uncertainty, especially when it comes to property division. Decisions made during this stage of a divorce can affect your finances for years.
At Dadan Law Firm in Fort Pierce, our attorney works closely with clients across St. Lucie County, offering personalized strategies and support for those dividing their assets due to divorce.
How Equitable Distribution Works In Florida
Florida family law uses an equitable distribution method. This means the court aims for a fair division of marital property, rather than a strict 50-50 split, based on:
- The length of the marriage, with longer marriages generally leading to a more even split
- The financial resources of each spouse, including their separate incomes, liabilities and future earning ability
- Each party’s contributions to the marriage, both monetary and in-kind, such as homemaking or child care services
- Any waste or misuse of the marital assets by either spouse or attempts to hide assets
- Support given to a spouse’s education or career, which may have increased their long-term earning potential
Our attorney, Sasha Dadan, understands how these factors may impact a property settlement and can help you form a strategic approach to the process.
What Is Marital Vs. Nonmarital Property In A Divorce?
Only marital property is subject to division in a divorce. Marital property is generally any assets and debts acquired during the marriage, such as:
- Real estate or equity that has accumulated
- Wages, intellectual property and businesses
- Retirement accounts and investments
- Credit card debt, loans and other financial obligations
Nonmarital property is each spouse’s separate assets, usually those owned before marriage, along with some inheritances and gifts, so long as those have not been commingled with marital property. Premarital and postnuptial agreements can also, by agreement, carve out certain assets as nonmarital property.
How An Experienced Attorney Can Help Your Case
A seasoned attorney like Sasha Dadan can provide valuable guidance during this time by:
- Identifying marital assets versus nonmarital assets
- Assessing the value of complex financial holdings
- Protecting your interests throughout negotiations or court proceedings
Legal representation also helps ensure divisions comply with Florida law and that complex property issues are properly addressed.
Get Trusted Legal Support For Asset Division Matters
Protect what matters most. Contact Dadan Law Firm to speak with our trusted family law attorney. Call 772-263-7417 or reach out via our online contact form today. We offer representation throughout St. Lucie County, Martin County, Indian River County, Broward County, Okeechobee County, and Palm Beach County.