PROPERTY DIVISION
Houston Property Division Lawyer

Divorcing couples commonly divide their property in half. This provision
of the Texas Family Code sounds easy, but proof of cruelty or
adultery by a spouse can have an influence on the property
settlement. Also, identifying marital property, and deciding what to do
about property that cannot be divided, such as a house, car, or
vacation home, takes time and experience. That is why it is important
to have a lawyer with knowledge of property division.

Protecting clients' rights

At my Houston law office, Frank E. Mann, Attorney and Counselor at
Law, I walk clients through the property division process. I can obtain
a restraining order to protect my clients' rights and assets during a
divorce, verifying that all appropriate items are included in the list of
property to be divided. For more information about property division,
contact me at (713) 524-6868.

Handling large and small amounts of community property

Disputes over property are common. When a large number in value of
marital assets are included, the complexity of the process and the
opportunity for disputes increase. I assist clients with the division of
large and small amounts of property.

An attorney who can answer all questions about property
division during divorce

Common issues in property division include matters such as:

• Will the house be sold and the proceeds divided, or will one
  spouse get the house and the other spouse a corresponding
  amount of cash?
• What about retirement plans such as pension plans or 401(k)
  plans?
• What is the difference between community property and
  separate property?
• If I received an inheritance from a relative who also left money
  to my spouse, can I get all of the inheritance because it was
  my relative?
• I helped put my ex through business school to learn how to run
  his family's business. Do I get any part of the business?
• My spouse gave me jewelry before we were married. Is that
  included in community property?

Debts are included in the calculation for marital property division

Of course, dividing property also includes allocating the debts, such
as credit card bills, the mortgage, and loans for the family business or
the car. The job of a lawyer is to account for all marital assets and be
sure that separate property is not included in the total amount to be
split.

At my Houston office, I have the experience and the knowledge
to represent clients effectively during the property division process.
Contact me to learn more.

A Houston family law attorney serving south east Texas  communities such as Sugar Land, Katy, Conroe, Richmond,
Rosenberg, Bellaire,  Angleton, Texas City, Pearland, Pasadena, Deer Park, League City, The  Woodlands, Kingwood,
Channelview, La Porte, Alvin, Missouri City, Friendswood,  Lake Jackson, Baytown, and Clear Lake

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