How courts divide the house, retirement accounts, businesses, debts, and everything you own.
DC gifts remain separate property under D.C. Code § 16-910. Filing fee: $80. Learn how engagement rings, wedding gifts, and jewelry are divided in divorce.
DC uses equitable distribution to divide vehicles in divorce. Learn how courts value cars, handle auto loans, and transfer titles under D.C. Code § 16-910.
DC uses equitable distribution for property division divorce. Learn the 13 factors courts weigh under D.C. Code § 16-910, including the 2024 abuse factor.
DC courts use a best-interest standard for pet custody in divorce under DC Code § 16-910(a)(2)(B). Learn how judges assign sole or joint pet ownership in 2026.
DC divides bank accounts through equitable distribution under D.C. Code § 16-910. Filing fee: $80. Learn how marital vs. separate accounts are handled.