Upon separation, each spouse generally has a claim to family property, which can include property solely in one spouse’s name, and will also each bear responsibility for family debts, which can also include debts solely in one spouse’s name.
There are exceptions to this rule, which includes portions of gifts, inheritances, or assets that pre-date the relationship.
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