The terms “separation” and “divorce” are commonly used when a married couple parts ways, but what is the legal difference between the two under Maryland family law? This is a common question from individuals and families looking to move on from a marital relationship....
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Divorcing a federal employee?
Quite a few Maryland residents are employed by the federal government. When divorcing such an individual, one may find dividing assets a bit of a challenge, as how benefits and retirement funds are split is not as straightforward as it is for those who work in the...
Thinking about a DIY divorce?
There are numerous things in life you can do yourself, but working through the marital dissolution process in Maryland really should not be one of them. While the DIY divorce trend may be growing, there are benefits to having legal counsel on your side as you work on...
Child custody options in Maryland
One of the hardest things about divorce is figuring out what to do with one’s children. Child custody is often a contentious topic because many parents cannot agree on what living arrangements would best benefit their children. Thankfully, there are several custody...
Protecting financial interests in a divorce
As most Maryland parents might agree, raising children in 2021 and beyond is expensive. Whether you have one, two, three or more children, you no doubt have encountered challenges at some point when it comes to providing for your children’s financial needs. If you’re...
Don’t let fear of the unknown prevent you from a beautiful life
Most couples in Maryland get married intending to be together forever. Divorce may never be in the plans, but sometimes it becomes painfully obvious it is the right thing to do. Many people put it off, though, because of a fear of the unknown and having to do life...
Do I qualify for alimony?
Ending a marriage can create significant financial hardship for one or both spouses. If you’ve been primarily dependent on your spouse’s income, you may have concerns about your economic outlook post-divorce. This likely has you wondering if you qualify for alimony....
What happens if my collaborative divorce isn’t working out?
You wanted to go about your divorce in a different way. You wanted to avoid going to court and keep things amicable. You and your spouse agreed to a collaborative divorce, and you’ve been working through the motions, but you feel it isn’t working out. What options are...
Easing the difficulties of military child custody arrangements
It is difficult enough for civilian parents to maintain a productive child custody arrangement after a divorce or separation. Military servicemembers face additional challenges in the form of active deployment, drill weekends, training and other demands. No matter how...
Do a child’s wishes matter when setting custody terms?
The vast majority of parents in Maryland and elsewhere just want their children to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately, when parents are going through a divorce, it is not uncommon for their children to struggle. This is especially true if kids feel their thoughts on...
