Equitable Distribution

[Lee_Rosen]

Typically assets are divided near the time of separation. If the parties are unable to agree on a division of the property then one spouse may file a property division lawsuit. The trial rarely takes place sooner than 6-8 months after filing and the assets are distributed at that time. Sometimes a court will make interim distributions of assets prior to trial.

Lee S. Rosen
Board Certified Family Law Specialist
The Rosen Law Firm
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Rosen.com
(919)787-6668

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[apjones]

When is the usual timing that a divorcing couple would distribute possessions? Would this be done at separation or at the time of the divorce? I ask because I own a home (deed and bank note both in my name only), but my ex lived there with me for 36 months of marriage. So, according to NC, he is entitled to half of the rise in equity. Do I make good on this at the time of separation or at the time the divorce papers are signed?