Legal Question in Family Law in West Virginia

community property v debts

Much depends on what the law in your state specifically provides for property distribution. Debts are also lumped in with property issues. But how all of this gets sorted out. You haven't indicated what stage you are at in a divorce proceeding or if one has started. But I would gather all documents concerning assets and debts and go see a lawyer if you haven't done so if a divorce is on the horizon. If you have children, you also are going to have to consider custody and support issues.

Generally fault is not as much of an issue anymore, especially when it comes to straight property division. But I don't offhand know how the court will handle the issue of past non-marital debts paid with marital property. Keep checking this bulletin board because someone with more expertise in that area (hopefully in West Virginia will answer