Question

Ari and Ben are a married couple who entered into a Conjugal Partnership of Gains regime. Recently, they encountered some financial difficulties and are considering entering into a Marriage Settlement to address their concerns. Analyze the following scenarios and answer the accompanying questions based on the provisions of the Family Code, specifically articles 105-133.

Scenario 1:

Ari inherited a valuable property from her deceased parents. Ben managed to sell the property for a significant amount of money. Are the proceeds of the sale considered conjugal property? Discuss.

Scenario 2:

During their marriage, Ari and Ben acquired a business venture. Unfortunately, the business encountered financial losses and is now facing bankruptcy. What are the implications of this on the Conjugal Partnership of Gains regime? Explain.

Scenario 3:

Ari and Ben jointly acquired a residential property during their marriage. They have recently separated and are seeking to dissolve their Conjugal Partnership of Gains. How will the property be divided between them? Clarify.