Asset Distribution

In property division cases, the court strives to fairly divide assets that were acquired during the marriage. Most property that was acquired during the marriage will be divided in a roughly equal (50/50) manner. However, often one or both parties have pre-marital assets and those assets need to be protected from a claim by the adverse party. Whether it’s an inheritance, gift, or proceeds from a former home sale, an experienced attorney at the S. B. Freeman Law Group is highly skilled, extremely knowledgeable in the law, and have the experience necessary to gather and present the right information to protect your non-marital assets.
Certain assets may need to be valued or appraised in order for the Court to determine the asset’s value. Items such as family business, cars or homes can be valued or sold in order for the asset’s value to be distributed. Wherever possible, our lawyers pursue solutions that will save our client’s money by avoiding costs such as unnecessary appraisals, sales commissions, sales taxes, and expert fees.

“How will I pay my bills after the divorce? When can I financially get on with my own life?”
Alimony or spousal support, can be awarded to one party to help them be self-supporting while they retrain or get further education. While the Courts generally favor rehabilitative alimony, in some cases a much longer term of alimony is warranted. An experienced attorney at our firm knows the law, the courts, and the individual Judge’s perspective on these issues. We work with our clients to help them determine if they are likely to receive support or pay support, and to determine how much and how long the support will be paid or received. A realistic perspective and strong advocacy help create resolutions to what may otherwise be a protracted fight over alimony.
Contact our firm online or call 240-406-4773 to work with an experienced attorney to help you understand Maryland law, your rights, and strategize about option to resolve your property division matter.