Went to court in Hemet California with my attorney and got slammed on division of equity, Family Code 2640. I need an expert to help me decipher the code, write a report or come to court as an expert witness.
Facts:
Husband purchased separate property home in April 1994, cost $179,000
Marries in November 1995.
Refinances in 1996.
Refinances and adds Wife to Deed as Joint Tenant in October 2000. Historical appraisal lists house as having value of $260,000.
Separates in January 2007.
Current fair market value is $320,000.
Loan is $250,000
Is wife entitled to share in equity? Please help, referrals appreciated

