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Property Division Issues: If community property is divided 50/50, how can property division be so complicated?

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People ask me often, “Why is it so complicated to get into a dissolution? Everything’s 50/50. It should be easy.” Sometimes that’s true. Other times there are issues over the value of businesses where appraisers can differ as to the value. There can be separate and community property interests in California that need to be analyzed. Yesterday I wrote an article for Forbes about the Bezos dissolution, and in that article I complimented the parties and their lawyers because they were able with dignity to resolve their case that could’ve been an awful situation for everyone. That’s our goal here, to try to get cases resolved, but if we have to try them we know our way around the courtroom and we are effective in that regard.

Los Angeles, CA family law attorney Robert W. Eisfelder talks about the difficulties in diving property in a divorce and why it’s not as simple as 50/50. He explains that I often encounter the question, “Why is the process of obtaining a dissolution so complex? Shouldn’t it be straightforward since everything is split 50/50?” While simplicity may apply in some cases, there are instances where complications arise. Disputes can arise over the valuation of businesses, with appraisers differing in their assessments. Additionally, in California, there is a need to analyze separate and community property interests. Recently, I wrote an article for Forbes discussing the Bezos dissolution, where I commended the parties and their attorneys for handling their case with dignity and reaching a resolution. Our primary goal is to seek resolutions for our clients, and if litigation becomes necessary, we are well-versed in navigating the courtroom and achieving favorable outcomes.

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