In a divorce, does the court always divide the parties property between them 50/50?
No. The presumption is that an equal division of the marital property is fair. However, often the court orders or the parties agree upon an unequal division, for example 55/45. Some of the factors the court considers in making an unequal division are the length of the marriage, the ages of the parties, and the ability of each party to earn income and accumulate assets in the future. Q: Is it true there are no alimony awards in New Hampshire? A: No. Alimony or spousal support can be ordered by the court, whether for the benefit of a wife or a husband. The amount of support or length of time support is to be paid depends on many factors, including the length of the marriage, the ages of the parties, and the ability of each party to earn income and accumulate assets in the future. Q: Can retirement plans be divided between the parties in a divorce? A: Yes. Most plans like 401(k)’s, profit sharing plans, and pensions can be divided at the end of a divorce by a document called a Qualified D
