Separate property is typically not divided by the court after divorce because it is separate from the marriage. Generally, property that is bequeathed to a spouse via gift or inheritance or is acquired before the marriage is considered separate property. However, this is not always the case.
Some assets grow in value over the course of the marriage and, even though it may have been separate property beforehand, the increased value may make it marital property in the eyes of the court. The difference between these two property types is more difficult to identify than one might think. That’s why it is essential to retain an experienced family lawyer in Denver who can distinguish between the two.