Division of Marital Property

North Carolina Division of Property Lawyer

North Carolina is an "equitable distribution" state. Equitable distribution is not necessarily an equal division of property, but rather a fair division of property. The divorcing parties are generally encouraged to reach an out-of-court marital settlement agreement regarding property division. However, in cases where this cannot be decided, the decision will be made by the court. At Foyles Law Firm, PLLC, our attorneys recognize the need to be vigorous advocates for our clients. We recognize the importance of protecting the economic and non-economic contributions made to the marriage.

Contact our firm to arrange a free consultation to discuss your property division concerns. When you choose Foyles Law Firm, PLLC for representation, you choose one-on-one attention to your legal concerns.

The Financial Affidavit

Division of marital property requires full disclosure regarding the property, assets, and debts of each party. This includes any assets that may be hidden or kept separate from the other party. Our firm is highly skilled at identifying hidden assets and ensuring our clients' rights are protected. Several factors are considered in marital property division. These factors include:

  • Income, property, and debt of each party
  • Spousal support
  • Child support
  • Length of the marriage
  • Age and health of the parties
  • Military retirement pay
  • Tax consequences of the property division

Military Retirement Pay

Military personnel can receive retirement pay if he or she served for 20 years or more. Property, assets, and debt acquired during the marriage will be considered in the division of property. This includes military retirement pay. Many people are unaware that military retirement pay is considered in the division of property. Contact our firm to learn more.

Foyles Law Firm, P.L.L.C.
780-A N.W. Broad Street, Suite 100
Southern Pines, North Carolina (NC) 28387
Phone 910.693.0055
Fax 910.693.0073
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Foyles Law Firm, PLLC is a civil litigation firm in Southern Pines, North Carolina, representing clients in cities that include Pinehurst, Aberdeen, Sanford, Rockingham, Laurinburg, Raeford, Pinebluff, Taylortown, and throughout Moore County, Lee County, Hoke County, Scotland County, and Harnett County. We represent military personnel from Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base.

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