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Community Property Division & Liability

Seattle, Washington Divorce Lawyers Handling Community Property Division

Any divorce or separation will undoubtedly result in the need to divide property rights and debts. However, most Americans are enduring some level of financial strain with the current state of the economy. Dividing property rights can make things further constrained.

The family law attorneys at the Olympic Law Group work hard to ensure your property interests are protected to the fullest extent possible.

Your Legal Team for Property Division Issues in Seattle
Call (206) 527-2500 or E-Mail

Our divorce and family law attorneys are driven to obtain the best possible solution to property division disputes. Our lawyers are knowledgeable in Washington State's property division laws and understand how these laws pertain to each client's situation. We work with clients to develop strategic solutions that meet their needs.

• How will the marital home, retirement and investment accounts (IRAs, 401k, and other accounts), and other property be divided in divorce? Washington State operates under an equitable distribution system where community property (marital property) is divided in a manner that is deemed fair — not necessarily equal.
• Were certain separate assets brought into the marriage but commingled over the years? These assets may be considered marital assets and eligible for distribution under Washington's property division laws.
• Are there complex property issues that are frequently involved in high asset divorce? Our divorce lawyers can effectively address these concerns.
• Meretricious relationships (relationships involving unmarried partners) do not have many of the documented rights and obligations that are laid out in marriage. Therefore, there are potential issues that may arise when the relationship ends because the state's property division rules may not apply. Our attorneys advise clients of the necessary requirements to prove the long-term relationship exists in order to utilize the community property distribution laws.
• When signing final papers regarding your divorce, make certain that any future liabilities are addressed. Our divorce lawyers protect your rights by making sure that any liabilities no disclosed in the divorce process will not come back to haunt you in the future.

If you have questions about property division rights in Washington, our family lawyers can answer your questions and explain your rights. Contact us in Seattle, Washington, to schedule a consultation.

Located in the Capitol Hill District, the Olympic Law Group has convenient and accessible free parking and wireless access throughout the office. We have a friendly office that provides a high level of service for each and every client.

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