Orange County, NY, Asset Division Attorneys
When a marriage is ending, property division issues are often one of the greatest sources of conflict. Having an experienced attorney by your side can help you reduce this conflict while getting the best possible results.
At Silver, Forrester & Lesser, P.C., in New Windsor, New York, we have been practicing since 1965. Over this time, we have earned a reputation as one of the leading family law firms in the Hudson Valley region. With in-depth knowledge of property division and family law issues, we understand the best strategies under New York law for helping clients effectively resolve property disputes and move forward with their lives.
To speak to a lawyer about your property division needs, call us at 845.764.4757 or toll free at 866.687.1338.
Property Division Under New York Law
New York state divorce law divides marital property and debts using principles of equitable distribution. Although it often is, equitable does not necessarily mean equal. Courts determine what is equitable by looking at a series of factors including years of marriage, interests in the marriage, distribution of jobs and assigned tasks.
Sometimes, determining "marital property" is a complicated task. Marital property does not include property owned before the marriage, property given as a gift to one spouse or inherited property. When property owned before the marriage — like a business or a home — grows during the marriage, it takes a skilled lawyer to help the courts divide the property appropriately according to your interests. Deferred compensation and pensions are another difficult issue in property division.
We often work with forensic accountants to look at books and records. These experienced litigators are adept at finding hidden assets through a system of reverse audits and can be very helpful in resolving property division conflicts.
Contact Silver, Forrester & Lesser, P.C.
To talk with us about how our Hudson Valley property division attorneys can put years of legal experience to work for you, contact us at 845.764.4757 or toll free at 866.687.1338.
