Helping You Protect What Matters Most
Last updated on March 12, 2025
Divorce in Washington can feel like a maze, especially when it comes to splitting assets under community property laws. Everything you and your spouse earn or buy during the marriage is usually split 50/50.
With Alliance Law Group, PS, by your side, you have steady hands to guide you through the twists and turns, ensuring you keep what is rightfully yours. Serving Tacoma and all of Washington, we bring over 70 years of experience working with clients like you through tough times – and few are tougher than asset division amid a divorce. Our team knows how to turn a stressful process into a fair outcome because we have done it repeatedly.
Understanding Asset Division In Washington
Dividing property is not just about who gets the house or car – it is about your future. Washington law mandates that debts, retirement accounts and even hidden assets are split fairly between spouses. The key details include:
● Community property rule: Most of the assets gained during marriage belong to both spouses equally.
● Deadlines: You must act fast as court timelines can lock in unfavorable decisions if you wait too long.
● Retirement accounts: Splitting 401(k)s or pensions requires special treatment, like a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO), to avoid penalties.
● Fair does not always mean equal: Courts aim for what is just, not always a perfect half-and-half division.
These steps sound doable but can be tricky without a lawyer who knows the involved legal nuances. Going it alone might leave you tangled in paperwork or losing out on what you deserve.
Why You Should Choose Our Divorce Lawyers
The division of assets impacts your financial stability for years after divorce. Our firm helps you identify and value all marital assets, from real estate and investments to retirement accounts and business interests. Our attorneys work closely with financial experts when needed to help ensure nothing is overlooked.
Our approach balances thorough legal protection with practical solutions that help you move forward. We strive to bring results that help to secure a stable financial future for those emerging from a divorce.
Let Us Secure What Is Yours – Together
With a family-owned feel since 1950, we are here to take the weight off your shoulders. If you are ready for a fresh start, call Alliance Law Group, PS, via 253-300-2055 for a free consultation or stop by our University Place office serving Tacoma.