Equitable Distribution of Assets

Property Division Lawyer in Fredericksburg

Secure Your Financial Future with Equitable Property Division in Virginia

Of all the matters to address in a divorce, the division of property and assets is one of the most difficult. You need an experienced Fredericksburg property division attorney to properly and thoroughly evaluate the household’s assets and negotiate a fair property settlement agreement.

Attorney A. Lewis Lowery, Jr. has handled cases regarding the equitable distribution of assets in Fredericksburg for over 35+ years. He knows how difficult the property division process can be, which is why he provides support and guidance from start to finish.

Let our firm protect your financial assets. Call A. Lewis Lowery, Jr., Attorney at Law, PLC for a consultation at (540) 999-1886.

Basics of Equitable Distribution in Virginia

Because Virginia is an equitable distribution state, a property is not automatically split evenly. Instead, the courts distribute all marital assets on an equitable basis. Marital assets include all jointly titled property and may include property acquired by either or both spouses from the date of the marriage through final separation.

Marital property division can be complicated and may require aggressive negotiation. Some items are specifically excluded from marital property.

These exclusions include:

  • Property acquired before the marriage
  • Property received by one spouse as inheritance
  • Property specifically given to one spouse

Letting the Court Decide on the Division of Property

If property division is left up to the court, the judge will examine several statutory factors to determine how best to distribute marital assets. These factors include the relative monetary and non-monetary contributions of each spouse to the well-being of the family and the acquisition and care of marital property.

In Virginia, judges have several options when deciding how to distribute marital property. They can:

  • Order monetary awards
  • Order property sold and the proceeds split
  • Order the transfer of jointly titled marital property to one spouse

Contact Us Today

We understand that letting a judge make this important decision is not always ideal, which is why it is important to retain an experienced and knowledgeable property division attorney in Fredericksburg. We are determined to secure a positive outcome for you. You can rest assured that we work tirelessly to reach a property settlement agreement with your former spouse, but if we are unable to reach a fair division of property, we zealously advocate for your rights in court.

Contact our firm at (540) 999-1886 to discuss your property division issues and find out how we can negotiate a fair property settlement agreement for you.

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    “I give Lewis my highest recommendation. He was always kind, patient, and sympathetic.”
    I give Lewis my highest recommendation. He was always kind, patient, and sympathetic. He made me feel comfortable all the way through a very difficult divorce. He was incredibly quick at responding to me, whether by email, phone, or in setting up a meeting. He explained everything to me at every step of the process, and he is a great explainer. He knows all the ins and outs of the courts in this area, which makes him very effective. He is a superb lawyer and legal tactician. I can say that because I’m a lawyer myself.
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Meet Our Attorney

Dedicated to Resolving Complex Legal Matters

At A. Lewis Lowery, Jr., Attorney at Law, PLC, you can find the knowledgeable, aggressive, and responsive representation that you need and deserve. Attorney Lewis Lowery is a former prosecutor who has also worked at Stafford County’s largest family law firm. He offers invaluable insights for your divorce or other family law case. As a proven litigator, he is not afraid to battle for your rights in the courtroom. But whether your case goes to trial or not, you can count on benefiting from one-on-one service from Mr. Lowery, who will personally answer your calls and emails, ensuring that you know where your case stands and what to expect ahead.