Year: 2019

It’s not uncommon for couples to live together, have children and share a household without going through the formalities of marriage. But when an unmarried couple decides to split, this can cause some legal challenges. While technically divorce is for couples who are...

Divorce is a life-changing event that can lead to feelings of sadness, anger and even hopelessness toward the future. While some people may prefer to deal with these feelings on their own, others can benefit from seeking help. In-person counseling and support groups...

There are difficulties that come with any divorce, but when high assets are involved, the situation can be particularly challenging. Trying to split assets fairly can cause hard feelings and can lead to some intense time spent in negotiations.  Celebrities are no...

Not all divorces are directly related to finances. There are many reasons why a couple may choose to part ways, but in most cases, the financial situation of both parties will be impacted by the divorce. What many people don’t realize is that divorce can negatively...

As a new school year approaches, many Maryland divorced parents who are co-parenting their child(ren) may anticipate the necessary upcoming scheduling changes with some trepidation, especially if they are new to the dynamics of sharing parenting time with their...

It’s safe to say no separating couple with kids looks forward to telling them about the new reality -- mom and dad will no longer be together. In most cases, divorced parents choose to live in separate homes while retaining some connection to their children,...

Any married couple who has decided to part ways knows the divorce process can be lengthy, tedious and emotionally draining. Most often, spouses ending their marriage have a lot to think about and negotiate before the final divorce decree is granted, and division of...

Likely, most people going through the divorce process anticipate the day their divorce becomes final, indicated by a formal court document called a divorce decree. After all, often, divorce is a lengthy process involving many meetings, much negotiation and a great...

Most people in Maryland have heard of prenuptial agreements. Probably fewer people, however, are familiar with postnuptial agreements. Many family law attorneys confirm that prenuptial agreements -- which protect both spouses and their assets (and debts) in the event...

As summer vacation time approaches, many divorced Maryland parents may worry about the impact of less structured days on their carefully constructed co-parenting plan. This time of year can be full of fun for any family, and with proactive planning, clear...