The same set of assets can split two very different ways depending on where you file. Nine states divide marital property as community property. The rest use equitable distribution, which means fair, not equal. Find your state below.
Marital property is generally split down the middle. That sounds simpler than it is, because what counts as marital in the first place is where the real argument happens.
A judge divides property in whatever proportion the court considers fair. Fair is not a number. It is a judgment call shaped by the length of the marriage, each spouse's earning power, and a list of factors that vary by state.
These pages explain how the money works, not how to file. They are general education, not legal advice. Always confirm your situation with a family law attorney licensed in your state.
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