Every couple enters marriage hoping it will last forever. As you build your family throughout the years, you have likely acquired assets that you considered communally owned—your house, car and savings, to name a few. But when you are now facing each other in a...
Property Division
Why is time crucial when keeping the home after the divorce?
Keeping the family home after the divorce can be a significant undertaking, depending on the family's circumstances during the marriage. A party can prefer this setup for sentimental and financial reasons. However, the process associated with this task can be...
How do courts divide debts in a Hawaii divorce?
In marriages, spouses usually share the responsibility of debts as part of their commitment towards each other and the union, regardless of the debt or who acquired it. However, the same may no longer be applicable in a divorce. Understanding how courts divide during...
How mixing properties affects a divorce property division
In Hawaii, divorce courts divide marital properties between spouses fairly and equitably. Generally, this means assets spouses own before the marriage or acquire as a gift or inheritance are the original owner’s since they are non-marital properties. This also applies...
How does the marital standard of living affect a divorce?
A marital standard of living refers to the lifestyle of the spouses or the family during the marriage, and it is no surprise that a divorce can substantially alter the established standard. A divorce should not leave either spouse at a financial disadvantage. The...
What is economic misconduct and how does it affect property division?
Under Hawaii marital property laws, courts divide marital assets equitably between spouses based on certain factors, including each spouse’s age, health, skills, employability, current financial condition, law violations, if any and whether dependent children are...
How long does an alimony order last?
Alimony is one of the more controversial issues in any divorce. Few people enjoy feeling financially dependent on an ex-spouse, and few enjoy having to make alimony payments to an ex. However, it can be essential to reaching a fair divorce settlement and it can be...
Do you have to sell the marital home as part of your divorce?
One of the most challenging parts of going through the divorce process can be separating everything you bought together, especially when there are children involved. If you’ve been together a long time, then it’s likely that most of the big purchases were made by both...
3 property division mistakes in a divorce
Property division is one of the most integral parts of a divorce. Due to its sensitivity, this issue can be complex. For this reason, the Hawaii State Judiciary provides residents with instructions and charts to ease the process. Further, it is essential to pay...
What does the 10/10 rule mean for military pensions in divorce?
A military pension is one of the most valuable benefits someone can drive from their service. Many people pursue a military career in no small part because they hope to retire from the military. After you spend years serving your country, the last thing you want is to...