Contested Divorce: Property Division

Talk With an Experienced Houston Attorney About Your Divorce

Just as each couple is different, each divorce is different. As a solo practitioner, I deal with each individual case based on your unique needs. So, when your divorce leads to a disagreement about property division, I make sure that I take action that works for you.

To talk to me about your contested divorce property division needs, contact the Houston, Texas, office of Bruce C. Zivley, Attorney at Law, by e-mail or by calling 888-837-2157.

Put My Experience On Your Side

If you and your spouse have been unable to reach an agreement on one or more issues like child custody or property division, you may need to move forward with a contested divorce. The advice of an experienced lawyer can protect your rights.

I have been practicing family law for 25 years, and I am board certified in family law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I use my knowledge and experience to help you get the results you need.

What You Should Know About Texas Property Division

Texas is a community property state. This means that all debts and property acquired during a marriage are presumed to belong equally to both spouses.

You may be able to fight this presumption as it applies to a particular piece of property or a particular debt. For example, you may be able to prove that an item was your separate property when acquired and that you never comingled it with the community property. Property you obtained before the marriage and things given as gifts specifically to you usually count as separate property — which is not divided in a divorce.

The determination of whether certain property is community or separate property (or debt) can be critical in divorces involving business assets, real estate investments and other complex property division issues.

When the court divides community property, it aims to do so in a way that is just and right. It considers many factors like the size of the property, the length and contribution to the marriage and the circumstances of the parties.

When you are facing property division issues in a contested divorce, it helps to have a strong and experienced lawyer on your side. People often do best when they are represented by someone with in-depth knowledge of the law and who can make strong arguments on the facts, property valuation, the Texas Family Code and legal precedent.

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To talk to me about your divorce — or any family law issue from alimony to paternity — contact my Houston law firm by e-mail to set up an appointment. Or, call us at 281-506-0047 for a free phone consultation. Serving the greater Houston Area, my office is conveniently located in the Galleria/Greenway Plaza area of the city.