Flagstaff AZ Property Division Attorneys
The end of a marriage is frequently accompanied by feelings of resentment and disappointment among other things. Being treated unfairly in the divorce process itself is almost unbearable. Most people do not want to punish their former spouse in the divorce process, but no one accepts being cheated in divorce.
After child custody and visitation issues, property division is probably the most contentious issue in divorce. Obviously, the longer the marriage, the more property will have been acquired. More wealthy people have marital estates complicated in many ways. Our law firm is dedicated to easing the process for our clients, explaining the law and the options, and arriving at a satisfactory result for you.
Community Property
Regardless who bought the property or assets during the marriage, it will be presumed to be part of the marital estate, or community property. Separate property consists of items owned prior to the marriage, gifts to one spouse only, family inheritance and a few other categories.
Arizona is a community property state. After a court identifies separate property, it will then fairly divide the rest. A home or boat are simple, but other assets are very difficult to categorize, evaluate, and divide. Whether you and your former spouse can settle your divorce out of court or require a trial, our firm can tell you what to expect, what a court would do, and advocate effectively for you. We know that you and your children need your assets and property.
We are familiar with the handling of items such as:
- Division of retirement accounts and 401(k) plans
- Separate property that has been co-mingled
- Assets hidden or undisclosed by one party
- Disagreements over the value of property
- Real estate and investment property appraisals
- Business valuations
- Valuation of stock options
- Division of debts
Sedona Divorce Settlement Lawyers
Aspey, Watkins & Diesel was founded in 1975 by a group of young attorneys and we are now widely seen as the premier law firm of Northern Arizona.
We are known for hard work, fair fees and easy accessibility. Every lawyer at this firm is available 24/7. Clients' problems don't just happen 9 to 5. Our home phone numbers are listed, and if we aren't there, we can be reached on our cell phones.
To contact a family law attorney at our Flagstaff office, call 800-535-0910. To reach our Sedona office, call 928-282-5955. You may also contact us by e-mail.
