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Vermont Divorce Information Property Ownership For Divorce Purposes Equitable distribution state, which means the court has the authority to divide marital property in any manner which is "equitable" or "just," and not necessarily 50/50. Marital fault can be considered when dividing property in Vermont. What Property is Divided? "Kitchen sink" state. All property owned by either spouse, no matter when or how acquired, is considered marital property and subject to division in a divorce. Alimony At the court's discretion. Marital fault is generally not considered. Terminates upon the death of either party, and upon the receiving party's remarriage. Child Support Income shares method, which means the income of both parents is considered. Emancipation is age 18, unless still in high school, in which case the court can extend it to graduation. Court generally will not order payment of college education costs. Child Support Calculator. Child Support Enforcement The Vermont child support enforcement agency can be found at: Divorce Related Statutes For Vermont http://www.leg.state.vt.us/statutes/chapters.cfm?Title=15 Other Resources The Divorce Financial Survival Series |