Divorce Dictionary
A B C D E F G H I J L M N O P Q R S T U V WEMANCIPATION
the point at which a minor comes of legal age.
ENCUMBERED
when a lien, mortgage or other restraint is placed against a property.
EQUITABLE DIVISION (DISTRIBUTION)
a system of dividing property acquired by spouses during their marriage in connection with a divorce proceeding.
EQUITY
the net value of a home. Determined by subtracting the amount owed on the home from the home's value.
ESTATE
The property owned by a person.
EVIDENCE
documents, testimony or other informational material offered to the court to prove or disprove allegations in the pleadings.
EX- PARTE
court relief that is granted due to the absence of opposing party.
EXHIBIT
an item of evidence presented to the court.
EXPERT WITNESS
a professional who gives an opinion about an issue in the case that is within his or her area of expertise in order to assist the judge reach a decision. Examples: Appraisers, Accountants, Child Custody Evaluators.
