Asset Division in Connecticut
How is Marital Property Divided in CT?
There are no current Connecticut laws that mandate exactly how marital
property will be divided when two spouses
divorce. Instead, many property division disputes in the state are brought into
the courtroom, where a judge will determine how to split the assets between the
separating couple. On top of the marital property being split, it is also entirely possible
for property that was solely under the possession of one spouse
before they were even married to be divided. Due to this unusual loophole, contested
divorces can get heated and it is paramount that you do all that you can
to defend your rights, your interests, and your property.
Are you worried that you will lose your fair share of property during your divorce? Contact a Hamden asset division attorney from Goldblatt, Marquette & Rashba, PCtoday to defend your rights during asset division.
Put a Strong Team of Legal Professionals in Your Corner
When you are going through a divorce, it is understandable if you feel like no one has your back. It is crucial, however, that you realize you are in no means alone during this trying time. When you come to Goldblatt, Marquette & Rashba, PC, you will be supported by attorneys who genuinely care about your well-being and will treat you as if you were one of our own close friends.
Our clients have come to rely on us for their family law needs, partly due to our numerous accolades:
• 60+ years of combined experience
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Fight for Your Property During Asset Division
An important step of asset division is determining the value of your shared estate. Before you start deciding what you do and do not want to fight for, you should know how much each piece is worth. You should work with your attorney to schedule appraisals of larger portions of your property, such as your home, car, or even your business. If you cannot decide on who should get what during your divorce, you and your spouse can actually decide to sell parts of your marital property and divide the proceeds.
One of the hot buttons during any divorce is shared debt. No one wants to be accountable for money owed, and it is entirely possible that your spouse is unfairly trying to shirk their responsibility. If you do not retain a professional lawyer to build your case and represent you in court, you could be putting your finances on the line, where a judge will have to decide what to do with the shared debt.
When deciding how to divide assets, including debt, a judge will consider each person’s:
- Age and health
- Occupation and employability
- Total amount of income
- Liabilities or special needs
- Opportunity for future income
- Children or dependents
Are There Tax Consequences to Divorce?
Depending on your situation, there may be several tax issues to keep in
mind. While property settlements generally are not taxable by the IRS,
alimony must be included in the income of the party receiving it; however,
it is allowed as a deduction to the party paying it. By contrast, child
support payments are not taxed to the party receiving them, and may not
be deducted by the party paying them. Finally, when transferring property
as part of your divorce, it is important to account for any appreciated
or depreciated property. An experienced attorney can work to make sure
you don’t end up facing an unfortunate tax situation, potentially
years after the divorce.
What Happens to my Retirement Accounts?
Pensions, IRA’s, 401k’s, annuities, and the like are divided
at divorce pursuant to Qualified Domestic Relations Order. This order
entitles a divorced spouse to receive an interest in a specified portion
of the other spouse’s retirement accounts. Parties are confronted
with various legal options when electing to divide retirement accounts.
At trial, your retirement accounts will be subjected to the discretion
of the court and you will need an aggressive lawyer to develop a strategy
and defend your assets. Speak with a New Haven asset division attorney
today regarding which strategy will make the most financial sense for
your specific situation.
What Happens to my Home?
Although parties have a myriad of legal options concerning their home upon
divorce, we typically see two scenarios present themselves. One, the home
is sold within a designated time period at an agreed upon price and the
parties equally split any remaining equity after usual and necessary closing
costs have been paid. Or two, the party who can afford to stay in the
home refinances the property and buys the other party out of his/her half
of the equity upon receiving a quit claim deed and becomes solely responsible
for the mortgage and all expenses. Walking away from a marital home can
be one of the most emotional aspects of the divorce process so it is important
to seek compassionate representation to guide you through the steps.
Call (203) 687-4050 to Defend What Is Yours
At Goldblatt, Marquette & Rashba, PC, our New Haven divorce lawyers know what judges are looking for when deciding upon asset division cases. When you retain our help for your case, we can analyze your marital property and begin cataloging what you deserve and all the reasons you should be able to keep it after your divorce.
Contact us today to start securing your future with award-winning property division lawyers you can trust.