St. Louis, Jefferson County, St. Charles Property Division
Missouri recognizes equitable distribution of marital property in a divorce. While equitable is often 50/50, it is not necessary equal. Equitable division is fair division of all the property and debts of a marriage — taking into account the situation.
This can be a complex endeavor, especially when divorcing couples own sophisticated property and real estate. At Stange Law Firm LLC, we are well prepared for the challenge. Our attorneys focus exclusively on Missouri family law, giving us an in-depth perspective on the law. Our founding partners have both graduated from the prestigious ABA Family Law Section Trial Advocacy Institute, which is taught by the country's top family law attorneys.
We have the capacity to handle division of many different types of assets on our clients' behalf:
- Professional practices, like law firms, doctors offices and CPAs' practices
- Closely-held businesses
- Family homes
- Second homes, vacation properties and rental properties
- Motor vehicles
- Valuable collections
- Sentimental items
- Trusts
How Marital Property is Divided
Before it is divided, marital property is identified and distinguished from separate property, things owned before the marriage, inheritance and gifts.
Then, courts consider all relevant factors in dividing marital property in a just manner. Judges consider the economic circumstances of each spouse at the time of division. This includes considering which parent will have full custody of the children. The family home is often awarded to this parent. Judges also consider the contribution of each spouse to the acquisition of the property, the value of the property that is held by each spouse separately and the conduct of the spouses during the marriage.
The attorneys at the Stange Law Firm LLC understand the law as it applies to property division. We also understand how to identify separate property and if necessary trace its transformation into marital property. In Missouri, judges can differ significantly in their approach to the issue of property division. Our lawyers have experience with the local judges and understand how to persuasively present your case to the court.
Contact a St. Louis Division of Property and Debt Attorney
To learn more about our approach to property division, contact us online or by phone to schedule a free and confidential hour consultation at any of our convenient locations throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area, in St. Louis, St. Charles, Jefferson County and St. Louis City, Missouri, and Belleville, Illinois.
Saint Louis County Office: 314-219-1865 Click to learn more about this location.
Jefferson County (Arnold) Office: 636-333-0396 Click to learn more about this location.
St. Charles Office: 636-674-8118 Click to learn more about this location.
Belleville Office: 618-505-4643 Click to learn more about this location
Saint Louis City Office: 314-499-8340 Click to learn more about this location.
