by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 24, 2018 | Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Questions
With some notable exceptions, property acquired during the marriage no matter whose name it’s in is typically considered marital property, including your IRA. In some states the increase in value of nonmarital property could also be considered marital property. If you...
by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 18, 2018 | Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Questions
If I receive a Notice of Case Management Conference, where should I go? A: If you get a Notice of Case Management Conference, you should consult with a family lawyer with experience who will ensure that your divorce case is moving ahead as planned and your rights are...
by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 17, 2018 | Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Questions
All assets accumulated throughout the marriage, irrespective of who the owner is, it is usually thought of as marital property. In certain states, an appreciation of the value of a separate property might be considered marital too. If you happen to be undergoing a...
by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 17, 2018 | Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Questions
What if I bring a house into the marriage that is in my name only, and I add my spouse’s name to the deed? In this case, the whole house could be considered marital property. You may have made a “presumptive gift” to the marriage and should consult with a family law...
by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 11, 2018 | Divorce Attorneys, Family Law Questions
Suppose I haven’t chosen a divorce lawyer or submitted any divorce papers yet? A: In some cases, the divorcing partner might become upset or overwhelmed and not follow up with the divorce process. If you choose not to take part in the divorce proceedings, judgments...
by Brandon Legal Group | Jan 10, 2018 | Family Law Questions, General Divorce
Pensions and retirement plans may be entirely marital assets or contain a marital portion. You may keep your entire pension if your spouse waives his/her entitlement or your spouse exchanges his/her marital value of your pension for another asset. What happens to...
