Divorce and Gift-Giving

A marriage is at its core a personal relationship between two people, but it is typically a financial one as well. Although gift-giving between spouses, and even between former spouses, can be a way to show your love, friendship, or appreciation, it can fuel an already-existing conflict. Certain gifts can even trigger conflicts on their own, if lifestyle changes or financial problems create a source of tension. By working with an experienced lawyer, you can avert many of these problems.

Expensive gifts are especially prone to causing financial strife. Sometimes one spouse will give the other an automobile, sometimes a vehicle the giving spouse wants himself or herself. When two people decide to get a divorce, even deciding where two old economy cars go can be problematic. If the vehicles are an economy car and a luxury sedan, however, the conflict can grow much larger.

In some cases, much less pricey gifts can cause greater conflicts if they carry strong emotional value. Giving your partner something that is dear to you can be a very meaningful gift, even if it costs little. As you and your partner begin to go in different directions, insisting on taking it back could lead to an intense conflict if your partner has already claimed it as his or her own.

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If you and your spouse are considering a divorce, there are a number of personal and financial considerations that can shape how your divorce proceeds. The experienced Oceanside divorce lawyers of Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP have spent years helping clients of all kinds work through all the details of their divorces. With the help of a lawyer, you can make your own divorce proceedings much easier.

To learn more, discuss your case with one of the experienced Oceanside divorce lawyers of Fischer & Van Thiel, LLP today by calling 760-722-7646.