Property Division Attorney in Long Island

Suffolk & Nassau County Divorce Lawyer

Property division in a Long Island divorce is determined based upon equitable distribution. This applies to contested divorce cases, where the family law judge will make a ruling in regard to the distribution of marital property. In an uncontested divorce, spouses will be able to reach their own agreement regarding property, assets and debt in accordance with their unique needs and concerns. Although Long Island family courts apply the principle of equitable distribution, this does not mean "equal" distribution, or a 50/50 split of property. Instead, the court will take various factors into account to seek just division of marital property.

Because there are many different factors involved in a divorce and property division, it will be important to involve an attorney to help with your case. A Long Island divorce attorney with experience in this field can review your property and assets to determine what may be considered marital property and what may be considered separate property. We can then work to protect your interests and your financial needs in your contested or uncontested divorce in order to help you reach an agreement or receive a judgment that is in your best interests. At Wisselman, Harounian & Associates, P.C., we handle high net worth divorce and typical divorce cases throughout Long Island.

Issues to Consider for Equitable Distribution in Long Island

Following are some of the issues the court will consider and that your attorney can work to properly represent in regard to equitable distribution:

Each spouse's separate property
Contributions from one spouse to the career of the other
The length of the marriage
The age and health of both spouses
Each spouse's ability to work and earn money
The amount of spousal support awarded (if any)
Any attempt by a spouse to hide assets or commit any type of misrepresentation of property or assets

For the help you need in your divorce, contact a Long Island property division lawyer at our law offices today. We can work to protect your assets and property.