Modifying The Division Of Property In Divorce Decrees


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Can a divorce decree be modified after several years for division of property, if in the decree, both parties state that they would work out the split when the time came to sell the property?

There are no children in the marriage, and my state is an equitable division state. Is there a way that the decree can be modified if one party tries to modify it?

Also, if property is to be divided anyway, would the amount to be split be decided based on the property value/equity at the time of the divorce, not the current value/equity?

Answer:

Pennsylvania divorce attorney Caroline Thompson
Pennsylvania divorce attorney Caroline Thompson

I am not licensed in your jurisdiction but I will answer your question based upon my experience.  In my state, once an agreement and/or decree in divorce is entered, the parties are bound by those terms unless they agree, in writing, otherwise.

In my state, unless the terms are specific and state otherwise, all marital property will be divided as of the date of the divorce, although your case appears to be a bit more complicated in that regard.

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