The Financial Knowledge to Protect Your Rights
Property division is one of the most significant aspects of any divorce. Although it is an intensely financial process, very few family law attorneys have relevant experience with complex financial matters.
Attorney Susan L. Jeffries has a master of laws degree in taxation and she worked as a tax attorney at Chevron for 10 years before turning her focus to family law in 1990.
At the Law Offices of Susan L. Jeffries & Associates, we have the skills and experience needed to help you protect your financial interests through the divorce process. No matter how complex your marital estate may be, we can help you identify your interests and assert your rights to make sure that property division is fairly resolved . For an initial consultation, call us today at 866-921-9692 or contact our offices online.
The Alameda Times Star named Susan L. Jeffries "Best Lawyer" in the East Bay from 1993 to 2003. Find out what makes us the best.
Property Division in California
California is a "community property" state. This means that any assets or debts acquired during the marriage are the property of both spouses. Community property must be divided equally at the time of divorce.
Sometimes, the court awards one spouse more than half of the marital estate. This is usually in response to cases of domestic violence or circumstances where one spouse irresponsibly squandered the marital assets without the other's knowledge or consent.
Valuation of Businesses, Real Estate, Pensions and Other Property
Failing to assign an accurate value to any asset can result in an unfair divorce settlement. We work with appraisers, accountants and other professionals to accurately evaluate our clients' assets.
We have the skills and experience to assess the value of businesses, real estate, pensions, 401(k)s, stock options and other complex assets. Our strong financial background ensures clients that their matters will be handled properly and no detail will be overlooked.
For an initial consultation to discuss property division with an attorney at our firm, call us today at 866-921-9692 or contact us online. Our office is located in Alameda, California, and we represent clients throughout Oakland and the East Bay.
