On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Jan 5, 2018 | Firm News, property division
In a previous post, we talked about the requirements of receiving equitable distribution in your divorce. One factor that can help you avoid equitable distribution in North Carolina is if you and your spouse have a valid property agreement in place. A property...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Dec 12, 2017 | Firm News, property division
In North Carolina, divorcing couples have a right to “equitable distribution” of property. Equitable distribution refers to a court-ordered division of property between spouses that is considered “fair”—which often, but not always,...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Nov 21, 2017 | Firm News, property division
Divorce involves the dividing of shared property when two people no longer wish to be married. Historically, the court has lumped pets into this category of “property”, which means you could risk losing them in a divorce—just like your house or car. For pet owners who...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Sep 15, 2017 | Firm News, property division
Dividing marital assets is unavoidable in any North Carolina divorce. That being said, you can and should take steps to protect the assets you value most, which could include your 401(k). Depending on your age and employment background, you may have a 401(k) to which...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Sep 7, 2017 | Firm News, property division
The idea of having to divide your assets and property can seem daunting and overwhelming. This can be especially true with regard to valuing your assets and property, which can be contentious, confusing and tedious. However, if you keep a few tips in mind as you...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Jul 17, 2017 | Firm News, property division
Dividing assets can be one of the most painful, contentious steps in your divorce. Despite this, many people make the mistake of oversimplifying this process, especially when the assets involved are modest. Unfortunately, disputes can and do arise during the...
On behalf of Lancaster and St. Louis, PLLC | Jun 6, 2017 | Firm News, property division
When considering divorce, it is important for individuals in North Carolina to think not only about asset division, but also about how the division will affect their finances after the settlement is finalized. Immediate needs, such as making sure that they have...
