Property Division In Divorce

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Summary

In Alberta, property acquired during the marriage is generally divided equally upon divorce, while property owned before the marriage usually remains with the original owner. Exceptions may apply based on contributions or agreements. For precise guidance, consulting a local family lawyer is recommended.

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Aidan
Hello Aidan, nice to meet you. I'm here to provide you with legal information. Could you please describe your situation or question?
While we were dating we bought a house paid with my money and everything is under my name will that get split now that we are married and want a divorce
Hello Aidan, could you please share your location as divorce laws regarding property division vary greatly depending on the jurisdiction?
Alberta
In Alberta, matrimonial property is usually divided equally among spouses. Here are some points to consider:
- Property acquired during the marriage is usually split equally.
- Property owned before the marriage is not typically split.
- Exceptions may apply based on contribution or agreement.
For specific advice, you should consult a local family lawyer.
So anything I owned prior to marriage should be mine still and things bought after would be split?
Yes, Aidan. Generally, anything you owned prior to the marriage should remain yours. As for property acquired during the marriage, it would typically be divided equally. However, there may be exceptions based on your specific situation. Consulting a local family lawyer would provide more precise guidance.