
Property Division Attorneys in Oceanside
Serving the Community since 1998

Classifying, dividing, and distributing marital property can be one of the most complex and contentious issues in any divorce. At Palmer Rodak & Associates, we have been providing skilled legal support for divorcing couples for over 20 years.
We take a team approach to your divorce. The legal minds that will work on your case include a California Certified Specialist in Family Law Trial Advocacy and plenty of other experienced professionals who share the common goal to protect your rights and interests. Our firm can help you navigate and resolve this complex issue using legal methods tailored to your unique situation, needs, and goals.
Put your case in the hands of a proven team. Call (760) 573-2223 to arrange to talk to an Oceanside property division lawyer.
How Marital Property Is Divided in California
California is a community property state, which means that all marital property – property acquired during the marriage, with certain exclusions – is assumed to be shared equally between the spouses. As such, marital property is subject to equal division. Any separate property – property a spouse acquired before the marriage or during the marriage as inheritance or a gift – is not subject to division. Clauses in prenuptial and post-marital agreements may also affect how property is classified and divided.
In California, who earned more income or acquired more assets during the marriage is not a factor in the divorce. The court will still divide the marital property on an equal basis.
During the property division process, you will have to:
- Locate all assets and property
- Assign a value to the assets and property
- Decide how the property will be divided or distributed
The division of marital property will include all income, investments, retirement accounts, businesses, real estate, and any other assets acquired during the marriage.

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Former Clients Share Their Experience
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Layla made me feel so confident right away. She’s a very smart, strong woman who knows what she’s talking about. My kids are my world and I am very happy to have her represent me in my case. I am extremely relieved having her by my side.
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Matthew Palmer and his team are fantastic. They were very helpful and competent. If you are looking for an experienced attorney to help resolve your divorce or custody case, I highly recommend this firm.
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Palmer Rodak & Associates are hands down the best and most knowledgeable staff in the San Diego/Oceanside area. Matthew Palmer has worked with me on a few different motions with 100% success.- Amber L.
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Such a great staff! They all made a horrible experience so much easier. Excellent customer service and professionalism during every phone call, meeting and email. I would not hesitate to tell any and everyone how wonderful this team is! I cannot thank you enough!
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All of the associates at the Palmer and Rodak firm were so kind and understanding. They all worked with me and fought for what was right. I'm very grateful to them for helping me to move forward in my life.- Brittany N.
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This Family Law Firm goes beyond all expectations. Palmer Rodak & Associates are the most professional, and compassionate legal team in San Diego.- Francisco E.
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I retained Layla to assist me with a post-judgment custody case. Not only did she explain everything to me in a way I could understand she kept my costs down by running every possible scenario by me and giving me an estimate of the fees. I felt like I was in control of my case while receiving competent counsel and representation.
- William G.
