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Vergis, our family law attorneys represent clients in family law matters such as child custody, child support, divorce, and property divisions. A lot rides on family law issues, as legal decisions will significantly affect everyone involved. As such, there is a lot to consider when handling any of these matters.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p><p>Shreveport and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/bossier-divorce-attorney\/\">Bossier City, LA divorce lawyer<\/a> Michael J. Vergis understands the delicate nature of divorce and property divisions. It can require heavy litigation and mediation to protect your assets and ensure you receive a fair distribution of property. If you are in the process of a divorce in Louisiana and need legal guidance in your property division case, contact our Shreveport-Bossier City law firm by phone at <a href=\"tel:3186983724\">(318) 698-3724<\/a> or send a message online to schedule a free initial consultation today.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-265d1cd elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"265d1cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/contact\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">SCHEDULE A <b>FREE CONSULTATION<\/b> TODAY!<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-758871d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"758871d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>How is Property Divided in a Divorce in Louisiana?<\/h2><p>If you and your former spouse cannot come to an agreement regarding the division of property, the courts will decide for you. They do so by either one of two methods: equitable distribution or community property. The method used is determined by what state you are in. Most states use equitable distribution laws. Only 9 states are considered community property states, including Louisiana.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ead1f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7ead1f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-894\" alt=\"Bossier City Property Division Lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7a16ee elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7a16ee\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Is Louisiana a Community Property State?<\/h2><p>Yes. Louisiana follows a community property system. This means marital or community property generally includes assets and debts acquired during the marriage. Under Louisiana\u2019s community property laws, spouses typically share equal ownership, and courts focus on dividing assets fairly when a marriage ends, with certain exceptions for separate property owned before marriage or received by gift or inheritance.<\/p><h3>Equitable Distribution vs Community Property Rules<\/h3><p>Equitable distribution is the property division system used in most states outside of Louisiana. Under this approach, courts divide marital property in a way the judge considers fair based on specific statutory factors. Fair does not always mean equal or split 50\/50. Judges may weigh each spouse\u2019s income, earning capacity, length of the marriage, contributions to the household, and future financial needs when deciding how to divide assets and debts. Equitable distribution states give judges more discretion, which can create less predictability and wider variation in outcomes.\u00a0<\/p><p>This approach differs from the community property system used in Louisiana. Louisiana\u2019s version starts from the presumption that marital property belongs to both spouses equally, which leads to equal distribution (50\/50 split) in most cases. This framework relies more on classification of property as community or separate, while equitable distribution states focus on fairness factors when dividing assets.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b58dd01 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"b58dd01\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Property-Division-Lawyer-in-Shreveport-LA.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-2974\" alt=\"Property Division Lawyer in Shreveport, LA\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Property-Division-Lawyer-in-Shreveport-LA.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Property-Division-Lawyer-in-Shreveport-LA-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Property-Division-Lawyer-in-Shreveport-LA-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Property-Division-Lawyer-in-Shreveport-LA-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f0127e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2f0127e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What is Considered Community Property in Louisiana?<\/h2><p>In Louisiana, community property generally consists of certain assets and debts that spouses acquire during the marriage, regardless of which spouse earned or incurred them. This system treats most marital property as jointly owned, even when only one spouse\u2019s name appears on the account or title.<\/p><p>Common examples of community property include:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-106b400 elementor-icon-list--layout-traditional elementor-list-item-link-full_width elementor-widget elementor-widget-icon-list\" data-id=\"106b400\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"icon-list.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-icon-list-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Wages earned during the marriage<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Pension and retirement funds accrued while married<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Personal belongings and property purchased during the marriage<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Mortgages tied to marital real estate<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Real estate acquired after the wedding<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Investment accounts funded with marital income<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Loans taken out during the marriage<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fas fa-chevron-right\"><\/i>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Credit card bills incurred for marital purposes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47c4fed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"47c4fed\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A prenuptial agreement can change how property is classified by defining what remains separate and what will be treated as community. Absent such an agreement, Louisiana law presumes these common examples form part of the marital community.<\/p><h2>What is Considered Separate Property in Louisiana?<\/h2><p>Separate property is property that is not up for distribution in the event of a divorce. It refers to any property or debt that one spouse acquires <i>before <\/i>marriage, as well as any gifts or inheritance that was given specifically to them.\u00a0<\/p><p>It seems simple enough, so how do lines get so blurred? Well, separate property might take on aspects of marital property if it becomes commingled during the marriage. Essentially, if separate property gets mixed with marital assets, it may no longer be separate property. For example, if one party uses their inheritance (which we now know is separate property) to buy a joint asset, each party now has a stake in that asset. Thus, it becomes separate property.<\/p><p>These situations create real confusion and disputes, especially when records are incomplete or assets change form over time. Working with an experienced property division lawyer in Bossier City or Shreveport helps ensure assets receive proper classification and protects you from losing property you believed was separate.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f4eb831 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"f4eb831\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ShreveportBossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyers.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-893\" alt=\"Shreveport Bossier City Property Division Lawyers\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ShreveportBossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyers.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ShreveportBossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyers-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ShreveportBossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyers-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/ShreveportBossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyers-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b2a047 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2b2a047\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Property Division Cases Our Law Office Handles<\/h2><p>A Louisiana property division matter can involve far more than a simple split of assets, especially when disputes arise over ownership, valuation, or classification. Fortunately, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/\">Law Offices of Michael J. Vergis<\/a> handles a wide range of property division cases, providing clear guidance and strategic advocacy when financial issues become contested during divorce.<\/p><h3>High-Value and Complex Property Division Cases<\/h3><p>High-value property division disputes demand careful analysis of assets acquired during the marriage and how those holdings translate into enforceable property interests. A skilled property division lawyer evaluates ownership, valuation, and documentation to ensure property receives proper treatment under Louisiana law.<\/p><p>Examples of high-value property division cases include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Closely held businesses and professional practices<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Investment accounts and real estate portfolios<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Retirement benefits and deferred compensation<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Hidden or undervalued assets<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>In these matters, strategic legal guidance helps prevent financial losses and protects long-term interests when substantial property is at stake.<\/p><h3>Dividing the Family Home and Real Estate<\/h3><p>The property division process for a family home or other real estate in Louisiana requires classifying the property as marital property and accurately assessing equity and debt. Decisions about real estate can shape each party\u2019s financial position long after a divorce is final.<\/p><p>Common considerations include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Options for selling versus retaining the marital home<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Buyouts and offsetting assets to balance equity<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Handling mortgages and shared liabilities tied to the property<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>Clear legal guidance helps ensure real estate decisions reflect current value, account for outstanding obligations, and align with long term financial goals.<\/p><h3>Debt Division in Divorce<\/h3><p>Financial obligations do not disappear when a marriage ends, which makes debt division a critical aspect of divorce proceedings in Louisiana. The court will look at <i>when<\/i> and <i>why<\/i> debts were incurred, not simply whose name appears on the account. Without careful review, one spouse may be held responsible for obligations tied to the other spouse.<\/p><p>Common issues include:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Credit card debt<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Personal loans<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Mortgages<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Auto loans<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>An experienced attorney can assess how debts relate to the marriage and challenge improper classifications.<\/p><h3>Protecting Your Financial Interests During Property Division<\/h3><p>Protecting your financial position during property division starts with accurate asset valuation and a clear understanding of what is subject to division. Early action helps prevent asset dissipation or concealment and limits disputes over missing or undervalued property. Securing financial documentation early, including account records, titles, and loan statements, strengthens your position and supports fair outcomes under Louisiana law.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-085ac4e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"085ac4e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-2975\" alt=\"Bossier City Property Division Lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Bossier-City-Property-Division-Lawyer-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-853ef5a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"853ef5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Why You Need an Experienced Property Division Lawyer<\/h2><p>Property division decisions carry lasting financial consequences, which makes working with a knowledgeable attorney essential. Informal agreements reached without legal guidance can overlook ownership rights, tax exposure, or hidden liabilities, leaving you locked into unfavorable terms. Experienced legal guidance helps protect against these risks and supports settlements that reflect accurate valuations, proper classifications, and your long-term financial interests.<\/p><p>Experienced Bossier City-Shreveport property division lawyer Michael Vergis understands how Louisiana community property rules apply to real-world assets and debts and how local courts address contested issues.\u00a0<\/p><h3>How Michael J. Vergis Handles Property Division Cases<\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/about\/\">Attorney Mike Vergis<\/a> approaches property division with the urgency and detail these cases demand. He will work tirelessly to protect your financial interests and pursue a result that fits your goals, not the path of least resistance. When you need a Bossier City or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/shreveport-la-divorce-attorney\/\">Shreveport divorce lawyer<\/a> who takes property disputes seriously, his office provides direct guidance from the first consultation through the final resolution.<\/p><p>His approach includes:<\/p><ul><li>Careful review of financial records and asset classifications to determine what belongs in the community and what does not<\/li><li>Strategic negotiation focused on client goals, including realistic settlement planning and firm responses to unreasonable demands<\/li><li>Personalized representation throughout the divorce process, with clear communication and preparation for court when a settlement does not protect your interests<\/li><\/ul><h4>Louisiana Law Divorce Property Settlement<\/h4><p>Reaching a favorable property settlement under Louisiana law requires a clear understanding of the legal process and how community property rules apply to real assets and debts. A skilled property division attorney works to secure a fair agreement by identifying community versus separate property, valuing assets accurately, and addressing liabilities that affect long term financial stability.<\/p><p>When negotiations allow, the goal remains a settlement that protects the client\u2019s best interests. When settlement is not possible, litigation readiness ensures the case moves forward with strong evidence, clear arguments, and full preparation for court.<\/p><h4>Property Division Representation in Bossier City and Shreveport Courts<\/h4><p>The Law Offices of Michael J. Vergis have provided dedicated court representation for their fair share of Shreveport and Bossier City divorce and property division cases over the past two decades. This experience supports effective strategies built around local court practices, filing requirements, and evidentiary standards. Familiarity with parish court procedures and judicial expectations allows cases to move forward efficiently while protecting each client\u2019s best interests.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-886c783 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"886c783\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shreveport-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-2973\" alt=\"Shreveport Property Division Lawyer\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shreveport-Property-Division-Lawyer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shreveport-Property-Division-Lawyer-800x400.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shreveport-Property-Division-Lawyer-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Shreveport-Property-Division-Lawyer-18x9.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c067c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5c067c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Speak With a Bossier City &amp; Shreveport Property Division Lawyer at The Law Office of Michael J. Vergis Today<\/h2><p>Property division decisions are sensitive matters that affect your future long after a divorce is finalized, especially when they involve significant assets or debt. During this challenging time, working with a seasoned Bossier City and Shreveport property division lawyer helps protect your interests and pursue a fair resolution.<\/p><p>Attorney Michael J. Vergis is equipped to represent and assist clients on all sides of family law disputes, at all phases of their case, throughout Bossier City, Shreveport, and beyond. In addition to his good standing with the State Bar Association, His experience and successful negotiations in subjects such as divorce and property division have led to hundreds of satisfied clients. In addition to handling many cases involving family law, including domestic violence, spousal support, child custody, child support, and more, Michael Vergis also handles several other legal issues. Whether you need a lawyer for personal injury, criminal defense, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/civil-rights\/\">civil rights litigation<\/a>, he\u2019s your guy.<\/p><p>Meticulous in litigation, Shreveport-<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/family-law\/\">Bossier family law attorney<\/a> Michael Vergis will work towards the best possible outcome for each of his clients. Call <a href=\"tel:3186983724\">318-698-3724<\/a> or fill out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mjvergis.com\/contact\/\">online form<\/a> to schedule a free consultation today.<br \/><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How is property divided in a divorce in Louisiana?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Louisiana uses a community property system. If spouses cannot agree on how to divide property, the court divides community assets and debts equally between the spouses, with limited exceptions for separate property.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is Louisiana a community property state?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. Louisiana is one of the few states that follows community property law. Most assets and debts acquired during the marriage are presumed to belong equally to both spouses.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is the difference between equitable distribution and community property?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Equitable distribution allows judges to divide marital property based on fairness factors, which may not result in a 50\/50 split. 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Separate property is not divided in a divorce unless it becomes commingled.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Can separate property become community property?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. Separate property can lose its classification if it becomes commingled with marital assets. For example, using inherited funds to purchase jointly owned property may convert the asset into community property.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How is the family home divided in a Louisiana divorce?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Dividing the family home requires determining whether it is community or separate property and evaluating equity and debt. Options may include selling the home, one spouse buying out the other, or offsetting the value with other assets.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How are debts divided in a Louisiana divorce?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Debts incurred during the marriage are generally considered community obligations, even if only one spouse\u2019s name appears on the account. 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