When FOX/News Corp. Chairman Rupert Murdoch and his wife of 32 years, Anna, divorced in 1999 the total assets involved were $1.7 billion.
When NBA star Michael and Juanita Jordan divorced after 17 years, their total assets involved $168 million.
More recently Golf Champ Tiger Woods and model Elin Nordegren split $100 million after six years of marriage.
Actress/singer Madonna and director Guy Ritchie divorced after eight years. Their total assets were between $76 to $92 million.
The assets involved in your divorce are probably considerably lower than these celebrity examples, but the property division agreement is still of upmost important as you negotiate this new phase in life.
Most couples recognize that deciding what to do with the marital home is very important, however, there are other valuable assets that need to be considered. One is your retirement portfolio. This asset may include pension, 401(K), IRA, or other benefits such as vacation days and stock options.
Having a knowledgeable professional Vancouver attorney such as Lambert Law Office examine this retirement portfolio is the fairest option for both parties.
Learn more about divorce service as you go through your divorce by calling a skilled Vancouver, WA divorce attorney (360) 737-1473.