Q: Is a spouse automatically due the equity in a home during a short term marriage in which they made no contributions
They paid no bills nor added to the appreciation of the home
A: There are NO "automatic" amounts due to either spouse in any divorce case. Each case depends on its own unique facts and circumstances, and each case will be looked at individually. The Judge has a list of factors he must consider and there is no mathematical formula for evaluating those factors, but as you note, a short term marriage is handled differently than a long term marriage. Consult an experienced divorce lawyer for a more specific opinion.
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