Assumption: "I started the business before we married, so it isn't shared."
1 min readThis content reflects observational insights and lived community experiences. It does not constitute legal advice — always consult a qualified professional for your specific circumstances.
What People Expect
People believe a business begun before the marriage stays theirs alone, however much it grew during the marriage.
Court Reality
In a long marriage, a small business brought in at the start and built up during the marriage is likely to be treated as matrimonial property. It usually won't justify an unequal split.
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The Gap?
"I started the business before we married, so it isn't shared."
Court Reality
In a long marriage, a small business brought in at the start and built up during the marriage is likely to be treated as matrimonial property. It usually won't justify an unequal split.
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