According to Articles 1572, paragraph 1, and

This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.

The situation

According to Articles 1572, paragraph 1, and 1574 of the Civil Code, all property belonging to a spouse on the day the matrimonial regime is dissolved forms part of the final patrimony, and existing property is valued according to its condition at the time of dissolution of the matrimonial regime and according to its value on the day of liquidation thereof. Consequently, where a spouse operates a business as a sole trader, the amount standing to the credit of the operator's account, which belongs to him, must be taken into account in determining the composition of his final patrimony and its valuation.

What the law says

This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.

Key points to remember

• Strictly comply with the statutory deadlines for appeals
• Keep all your supporting documents (deeds, legal instruments, correspondence)
• Anticipate: preventive advice always costs less than litigation

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