Property Division
All community property must be distributed in a way that is fair and equal
Property Division in San Francisco & the Bay Area
Ensuring a Fair and Equal Distribution of Assets
When a marriage ends, dividing property can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging parts of the process. California’s community property laws require that assets acquired during the marriage be divided equally — but determining what’s “community” versus “separate” property is rarely simple. At Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC, our San Francisco property division attorneys help clients throughout the Bay Area navigate complex financial issues with precision and fairness. Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, we work to ensure you receive your fair share of marital assets and protect what is rightfully yours. Our San Francisco post-decree enforcement attorneys represent clients throughout the Bay Area, helping ensure that divorce and family law judgments are followed. With more than 300 years of combined family law experience and nine Certified Family Law Specialists, our team provides the strength, skill, and persistence needed to protect your family’s stability and peace of mind.
Understanding California’s Community Property Laws
California is a community property state, meaning that most assets and debts acquired during marriage belong equally to both spouses. However, identifying and valuing marital property often requires careful legal and financial analysis.
Community property typically includes:
- Income earned by either spouse during the marriage
- Real estate purchased together
- Vehicles, investments, and retirement accounts funded during the marriage
- Businesses or professional practices established while married
Separate property, under California Family Code §770, generally includes:
- Assets owned before marriage
- Inheritances or gifts received individually
- Income or growth derived solely from separate property
Disputes often arise over commingled assets, such as when separate funds are used for community purposes or when property titles and timelines blur ownership lines. Our attorneys work closely with financial experts to trace assets, analyze records, and present a clear case for equitable division.
Dividing Complex Assets in High-Asset or Business Divorce Cases
Our firm regularly represents professionals, entrepreneurs, and executives across the San Francisco Bay Area in high-asset and business-related divorce matters. We can assist with:
- Real estate portfolios and investment properties
- Business ownership and valuation
- Stock options, RSUs, and deferred compensation
- Retirement plans, pensions, and 401(k)s
- Commingled or transmuted property disputes
With over 300 years of collective family law experience and multiple Certified Family Law Specialists, we bring both legal insight and financial sophistication to every property division case we handle.
Protecting Your Financial Future
Divorce can create uncertainty, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Bay Area divorce attorneys will guide you through each step of the property division process, ensuring that your financial interests — and your peace of mind — are protected. Serving clients across San Francisco, Alameda, Marin, Contra Costa, and surrounding Bay Area counties, Holstrom, Block & Parke delivers the experience, attention, and advocacy needed to secure a fair outcome. Contact our San Francisco property division lawyers today to schedule a confidential consultation and start building your financial foundation for the future.
