Blog Posts in October, 2018 Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 31-Oct-2018 Tips for Co-Parenting During the Holidays The holidays can be a stressful time of year for just about anyone, but it can be particularly overwhelming for divorced parents who are trying to co-parent their way through this supposedly merry season. Effectively co-parenting is hard enough on ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 24-Oct-2018 What is the Waiting Period for Divorce in Houston? If you and your spouse are about to embark on the divorce process, you are likely wondering how long it will take before you can get the ball rolling. Every state has its own rules regarding waiting periods and divorce, including Texas. Given that no ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 17-Oct-2018 Why You Should Meet with an Attorney When Planning a Marriage When two people embark on a marriage, they generally think of love, romance, and starting a new chapter together as partners in life. While these are certainly great qualities to begin a marriage with, one should not forget the legal side of things. ... Continue Reading Posted By Law Office of Kathryn Marteeny 3-Oct-2018 Will Divorce Affect My 401(k) or Retirement Benefits? In a divorce, everything that is considered marital property will ultimately end up on the chopping block, subject to division. This also includes your 401(k) plan, pensions, and other retirement accounts. However, only the amount you contributed to ... Continue Reading