Family Law Overview

Equitable Distribution Of Marital Assets

Pennsylvania Equitable Distribution Attorney

When contemplating divorce, it is important to understand your rights and responsibilities with regards to how Pennsylvania courts handle property division. The Victoria Bentley Law Offices offers more than 10 years of legal experience focused exclusively on family law. Attorney Victoria Bentley understands the financial consequences and concerns involved in splitting a household and household income in two. We strive to resolve property division disputes in a manner that is fair and cost effective. Contact our Pennsylvania marital division of assets lawyer for a free initial consultation.

Pennsylvania Property Division Laws

In Pennsylvania, the process for property division is approached differently than in many other states. While many states employ a 50-50 equal division or community property approach, Pennsylvania utilizes what is called "ED" or equitable distribution. Essentially, this means that the property and liabilities will be divided in a manner that the court deems is fair, which could or could not be 50/50.

Taking Control of Divorce Proceedings

Court determination of what is fair is often unpredictable and does not always represent what is actually fair, especially when one spouse has been hurt by the actions of the other. Our divorce lawyer believes in clients working together whenever possible to achieve a settlement regarding the division of marital debts and assets. We work with clients in resolving property division through the creation of a marital settlement agreement. Our office represents clients through:

Working for Resolution

Although working together with your spouse may seem impossible, agreements made together often result in better results than allowing a stranger to make the decisions. Even minimal agreements are a step forward in a divorce. For understanding and experienced representation, contact us to schedule a free initial consultation.

Victoria Bentley Law Offices : 906 Penn Avenue, Suite 100 : Wyomissing, Pennsylvania (PA) : 19610 : (610) 685-8000 : E-mail : Map & Directions
Victoria Bentley Law Offices : 279 N Zinn's Mill Rd Lebanon, Pennsylvania (PA) : 17042 : (717) 272-7585 : E-mail : Map & Directions