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Equitable Distribution

Equitable distribution is the division of all marital property in the divorce proceeding. An equitable distribution does not mean an equal distribution, but rather a fair distribution. There is no hard and fast rule for what is fair–it may be different in each case. Click here for:

Equitable Distribution - Frequently Asked Questions

The Pennsylvania Divorce Code lists the factors the court must consider in equitably dividing marital property. These factors include the length of the marriage, the age of the parties, whether one spouse has custody of the minor children of the marriage, and the future earning potential of each spouse.

Click here to read about equitable distribution procedure in the Chester County Family Court.

Click here to read the statutory definition
of marital property in Pennsylvania

Click here to read the factors
a Pennsylvania court will consider
in equitable distribution of property

See also:
Divorce
Equitable Distribution of Property
Custody
Child Support
Spousal Support
Alimony
Estate Planning
Probate
Mediation

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Patricia T. Brennan
Attorney at Law
31 Turner Lane
West Chester, PA 19380
610.430.7300
fax 610.430.7318
email ptb@patriciabrennan.com

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