Yes. Pensions earned during a marriage are family assets. Under FSRA rules, a “Statement of Family Law Value” must be obtained from the pension plan administrator. While you must account for its value, you don’t necessarily have to split the pension itself; you can “trade” its value for another asset, like a larger share of the house equity.
Do I need a separation agreement if we don’t have kids?
Yes. Even without children, a separation agreement is vital to formally "waive" or set the terms for spousal support and to finalize the division of property and debts. Without a signed agreement, your ex-spouse could potentially...
