Division of Property in a Divorce

In Massachusetts divorce, the division of marital property is a topic, which lends itself to resolution by mediation. When a couple divorces, all property owned separately and jointly is considered “marital property” to be divided in the divorce. This property division in divorce is based on equitable principles, which are set forth in Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 208, Section 34.

In making the divorce property division, many factors are considered, including the length of the marriage, the ability of each of the parties to earn income, the age and health of the parties. In the discussion on property division in a divorce the mediator can facilitate the discussion of the parties as to these factors, and help the parties come to a rational and mutually acceptable decision as to how divorce property division will proceed in their divorce.

If you are considering divorce mediation, and would like to speak with a MCFM mediator, search our database for divorce mediators specializing in Divorce Property Division within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

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