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What is a qualified domestic relations order?
Understanding QDROs in Maryland divorce: how qualified domestic relations orders divide retirement accounts, 401(k)s, pensions, and other marital assets.
What types of payments qualify as alimony for tax purposes?
Understanding Maryland divorce tax implications: Learn which alimony payments qualify for tax deductions and what counts as taxable income in divorce.
Helpful pieces of advice for divorcing women
Since it has been said that women initiate a majority of divorces in America, it behooves us to provide a post on divorce advice for moms and moms-to-...
How are assets, property and debt divided in divorce?
Maryland equitable distribution guide: Understand how marital property, assets, and debts are divided fairly in divorce proceedings.
How to tell the kids you're getting separated or divorced
Expert Maryland divorce advice for parents: Learn how to tell your children about separation with tips from experienced family law attorneys.
Is your divorce attorney a good fit?
Choosing the right Maryland divorce attorney: Learn what to look for in family law representation and how to ensure a good attorney-client fit.
Is your soon-to-be ex-spouse hiding assets?
Protecting your rights in Maryland divorce: Discover common tactics used to hide assets and how to uncover concealed marital property.
Are those choosing mediation happier with their settlements?
Recently on this blog we discussed mediation, one of several excellent options for divorcing couples who don’t want an “ugly” divorce — one where ther...
Can a divorce filing affect your tax return preparation?
Although a divorcing couple may come to an agreement regarding the division of their marital property, a recent article reminds us that it can be easy...
Can a separation agreement be helpful even in a pending divorce?
When a marriage hits the rocks, couples may informally decide on a trial separation.
Can a property settlement be altered after the divorce is final?
You may remember the story from a couple of years ago — Frank and Jamie McCourt, co-owners of the Los Angeles Dodgers, went through a very public divo...
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