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Stolar & Associates, A Professional Law Corporation
Beverly Hills, CA - Sensitive, yet aggressive Family Lawyers who help people with Divorce & Custody issues. 310-288-1828
Phillips, Lerner, Lauzon & Jamra, LLP.
Los Angeles, CA - ONE OF THE NATIONS PREEMINENT FAMILY LAW FIRMS-NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL PRACTICE. FOR CONSULTATION
Rombro & Associates, ALC
Manhattan Beach, CA - Certified Specialist in Family Law, State Bar CA Board of Legal Specialization, Over 30 Years Exper.

Lottery Winnings

As a majority of states have acquired "lottery fever," there are a growing number of news stories and court opinions about how lottery winnings are to be divided in the event of a divorce. Sometimes the issue arises when one spouse won a big lottery after the couple has separated, but before a divorce is final. The spouse who bought the lottery ticket wants to keep all the winnings for himself or herself, while the other spouse wants a piece of the action.

The rule in most states is that if the winnings came from a lottery ticket purchased during the marriage--even if the parties were separated--the winnings are marital or community property, which means the winnings can be divided between the husband and wife. In some states, however, the winner may keep all if the parties had already separated.

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Potter, Cohen & Samulon
Pasadena, CA - Experienced Family Law Firm - Serving the Greater Los Angeles Area. We Understand Your Needs. (626) 795-0681
Law Offices of Randy W. Medina, A Professional Law Corporation
Los Angeles, CA - CERTIFIED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST. Aggressive, Intelligent, Representation. Se Habla Espanol. (800) 387-5575
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