Boston North Shore Property Division Lawyer
All marital property such as real estate, pension plans, stocks, 401(k) savings accounts and inheritances are considered marital property in Massachusetts and will be divided equitably upon divorce. However, equitably doesn’t necessarily mean a 50-50 split.
If one spouse has substantially more earning power than the other, the spouse with less money may receive a greater share of the marital property. Spouses may also negotiate a higher share of community property in exchange for alimony.
Extensive Property Division Experience
I am Judith A. Wayne — a Boston divorce lawyer with more than 30 years of experience. I started my law firm in 1981, and since then I have represented hundreds of families in all types of divorce cases, from relatively simple separation agreements to high-asset trials. Contact me to schedule a convenient appointment. I provide dedicated advocacy to all of my family law clients, whether they have limited marital property or a small fortune.
I understand that every client's situation is unique, so I always take the time to fully understand their exact goals and tailor my representation accordingly. In building cases, I frequently work with forensic accountants to evaluate and assess the value of marital property, including:
- Inheritances
- Pension plans
- Retirement plans
- 401(k) accounts
- Stock and bank accounts
- Real estate, including primary residence, second homes, and cabins
- Businesses
Protecting Clients' Assets
Any assets you owned prior to marriage are considered separate property and yours to keep, as long as you did not commingle those assets with marital property. Gifts received during the marriage are also considered separate property. I will work vigorously to help you properly classify your assets and accurately determine what property is subject to equitable distribution.
In high net-worth asset division matters, I have access to a network of financial experts who can help uncover any undisclosed property, including stocks, retirement benefits or overseas bank accounts, and assign an appropriate value.
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Please note, I can also work with clients seeking to resolve alimony disputes.
To discuss your marital property division or business valuation with an experienced lawyer, contact my law offices in Lynn or Malden. Je parle Francais. Se habla español.
