Jacksonville Division of Property Attorney
Division of Benefits in Divorce
According to Florida’s division of property law, most retirement benefits acquired and built by either spouse during the marriage are considered to be the property of both spouses. The division of these benefits can be a huge source of stress and argument in the divorce process. Our Jacksonville divorce lawyer is well versed in Florida divorce law and can help ensure the outcome of the divorce is in the best interests of both parties.
If you are going through a divorce, there will likely be a lot of emotional and mental stress. Why not retain the help of a member of our team to take some of the legal stress of your shoulders? This way, you can focus on healing while we handle the legal side of things. Call us at (904) 395-2044 today.
What Does Division of Benefits Involve?
Dividing marital property during divorce can be time-consuming. Determining who will get the house, vehicles, furniture and sometimes even pets can cause a lot of turmoil. The division of benefits falls into that same stressful category. Benefit distribution is dependent upon a number of factors, which include:
- Length of time married
- Marriage contribution, such as marital assets and/or child-rearing responsibilities
- Individual spousal employment during the marriage
- Individual debts and liabilities
- Individual spousal circumstances
- Amount of savings acquired during marriage versus prior to marriage
In addition to private and employee retirement benefit plans being included in divorce negotiations, Social Security benefits are included as well. Understanding what each spouse is entitled to and how to protect your benefits is important in divorce. You do not want to do this alone and risk losing everything you have worked for. Speak with a member of our team and we can guide you in the right direction.
Division of Marriage Benefits in Florida
If you are facing a divorce in Jacksonville and need help figuring out the division of benefits, our team can help. We are knowledgeable in Florida divorce law, and we are compassionate for the unique circumstances of our clients. We understand how difficult divorce is for a family, which is why our Jacksonville family lawyers aim to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Contact our office today to discuss your divorce and the next steps.
(904) 395-2044