Montgomery County Property Division Lawyer
Pennsylvania Divorce Settlement Attorney

In helping Pennsylvania clients reach an equitable divorce settlement concerning marital property division, the family law attorneys at the Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing analyze the facts of your particular case in light of the factors in the Pennsylvania divorce code and how a judge is likely to rule.

Factors Considered By Pennsylvania Family Courts in Property Division

Some of the factors that may be considered by a judge in dividing property under the Pennsylvania divorce code include the following:

• Duration of the marriage
• Employability of the parties, including age, education, and work history
• Needs of each of the parties
• Contributions of each of the parties, including contributing to the increased earning power of the other party
• Sources of income of each party
• Standard of living established during the marriage
• Custody of any dependent minor children

Property Division Valuation Issues

One of the biggest obstacles in dividing marital assets and debts is property valuation. Some property is not easily valued, including:

• Professional practices (such as a doctor's medical practice)
• Ownership or stock interests in closely held companies (such as a minority shareholder)
• Pension plans (including 401K plans)
• Stock options
• Art and other collectibles
• Real estate
• Business interests

We work with professional appraisers, accountants, and actuaries to properly value marital assets, then work diligently with you to tailor an innovative and fair proposal, or properly evaluate the other party's proposal. Our experience, skill, knowledge, and ability to fashion tailored settlement agreements to meet your needs are part of the professional legal services we provide.

For more information about property division law in Pennsylvania, or to discuss your particular situation with an experienced family law attorney, please call us at (866) 603-8691 or (215) 392-0849, e-mail us , or fill out our intake form on our Contact Us page. Our firm is here to protect your marital rights and ensure you receive an equitable distribution of the property.