Blog Posts in January, 2014

• What is Marital Property?

  Posted By Menduni Martindill || 27-Jan-2014

  Martial property consists of all property that a spouse brings into a marriage or acquires during the marriage. All marital property is either community property or separate property. Generally, separate property is: Property that a spouse owned prior to marriage; Property that a spouse inherited; Property that a spouse received as a gift; Property recovered for personal injury; and Property that ...
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• Can I Stop My Divorce?

  Posted By Menduni Martindill, PLLC || 20-Jan-2014

  For one reason or another, one spouse or both partners may wish to delay or stop the divorce process. Depending on the circumstances involved, there may be certain situations where this is possible. Situations where you can stop your divorce proceedings include: You Are the Petitioner – If you filed the Petition for Divorce and your spouse did not file a Counterpetition, you can file a ...
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• 5 Tips for Saving Time and Money During Your Divorce

  Posted By Menduni Martindill, PLLC || 14-Jan-2014

  There's no avoiding the fact that the divorce process is costly, both financially and emotionally. Here are some tips that will help ease the process. Do your homework in advance. Locate and obtain important documents and financial records as soon as possible! It is very likely that your attorney will need bank and credit card statements, documentation of loans and mortgages, pay stubs, tax ...
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• Is Mediation Better than Divorce Court?

  Posted By Menduni Martindill, PLLC || 7-Jan-2014

  Mediation is a form of dispute resolution that allows couples to reach divorce settlements outside of the courtroom. If you're seeking a divorce, you may wonder, "Is mediation the best option for me?" The answer to this question depends on the unique circumstances surrounding your case. Generally speaking, mediation is a better option for uncontested divorces. On the other hand, ...
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