Dividing property fairly in a California divorce can be complicated, especially when community and separate assets are involved. Our La Verne family law firm helps clients protect what matters most — from homes and retirement accounts to business interests and personal investments. We provide practical advice and strong representation to ensure your property division is handled with fairness and accuracy under California’s community property laws.
In California, community property law dictates that assets acquired during a marriage are owned equally by both spouses. This means that during a divorce, community property, which includes income and assets acquired during the marriage, is typically divided equally (50/50) between the spouses. Separate property, such as assets owned before the marriage or received as gifts or inheritance during the marriage, is not subject to division.
Community Property
Any property, real or personal, acquired by either spouse during the marriage while living in California is generally considered community property.
Equal Division:
When a couple divorces, California law requires the community estate to be divided equally between the spouses.
Separate Property:
Separate property includes assets owned before the marriage, gifts or inheritances received during the marriage, and assets acquired after the date of separation.
Division of Debts:
Community debts, incurred during the marriage, are also divided equally in divorce.