Helm v. Helm

Chandler, Justice:

In this divorce action, Judith A. Helm (Wife) contends the Family Court committed several errors of procedural and substantive law. We affirm in part, reverse in part and remand.

FACTS

Wife and Mark Douglas Helm (Husband) separated on July 23, 1982. On September 20, 1982, Wife petitioned for separate support and maintenance, attorney’s fees and property division. Her petition included an allegation that Husband’s medical degree should be considered marital property subject to equitable distribution.

On October 13,1982, Husband filed an answer; on July 29, 1983, he filed a…