Lehigh Valley Attorneys Handling Property Division in Pennsylvania Divorce
Even when a divorce is amicable, equitable distribution of assets can be problematic for a number of reasons.
- Falling housing prices make the value of real estate property difficult to appraise accurately.
- Identifying and determining the value of special items such as guns, jewelry and antiques can be costly and challenging.
- Spouses may seek to hide or undervalue assets.
- Determining the most tax-advantageous mix of alimony and property division is a challenging task for financial planners.
- Division of debt may be difficult to accomplish.
A contested divorce presents even more opportunities for conflicts over property division that may delay the divorce and rack up attorneys' fees. An in-depth evaluation and discussion of the issues and possible solutions is recommended, particularly when there are strong points of contention.
Most family law firms emphasize collaborative law, negotiations and mediation. In contrast, the attorneys of Shay, Santee & Kelhart practice family law with an understanding that litigation is very often the only way to achieve maximum results. Other law firms often refer clients to this law firm when a challenging property distribution case is likely to end up in litigation. Contact the law firm to schedule an initial consultation.
For more than 20 years, Shay, Santee & Kelhart has devoted its efforts, knowledge and experience to the task of zealously advocating for insurance companies, self-insured entities, property owners, the injured, and individuals seeking representation in divorce and child custody.
Defend Your Assets in a Pennsylvania Divorce
The Pennsylvania family law trial lawyers of Shay, Santee & Kelhart welcome inquiry from individuals approaching or going through divorce involving division of marital assets. Contact the law firm to schedule a consultation regarding any legal dispute over division of pensions and debt in a Pennsylvania divorce.
