Trusts & Estates
Maryland's New Transfer on Death Deed
Effective Oct. 1, 2026, Maryland's new Transfer on Death Deed lets owners pass real estate outside probate — with important implications for Medicaid planning.
Legal Insights & Resources
Stay informed with articles on Maryland family law, divorce, child custody, estate planning, and other important legal topics.
Child Custody & Support
Building Parenting Plans Around the Child: How We Stay on the Leading Edge of Custody Practice
How attachment, neurodivergence, and specific, child-centered drafting shape the parenting plans we build for Maryland families in high-conflict custody cases.
Family Law
Maryland Extends Temporary Protective Order Window: What the New Law Means for You
Effective October 1, 2026, Maryland doubles its temporary protective order window to 14 days and lets courts order abusers to reimburse victims' financial losses.
Trusts & Estates
Maryland Removes Citizenship Barrier for Estate Administrators
Effective October 1, 2026, Maryland eliminates the citizenship and permanent-residency requirement that disqualified many non-citizens from serving as personal representatives of an estate.
Divorce
Divorce Is in Its Protective Order Era
Learn how protective orders are being misused in Maryland divorces, the legal risks of bad-faith filings, and how to protect yourself in high-conflict custody cases.
Family Law
After the Court's Decision: How Appeals Work in Maryland Family Law Cases
Learn how family law appeals work in Maryland — what to expect, what the appellate court reviews, and important things to consider before filing an appeal.
Child Custody & Support
Fathers' Rights in Maryland Custody Cases: What You Need to Know
Maryland law treats parents equally in custody cases. Learn how fathers can protect their rights, what courts consider, and practical steps to strengthen your custody case.
Divorce
Why using AI instead of a divorce attorney can cost you far more than you think
AI tools like ChatGPT can't replace experienced Maryland divorce attorneys when navigating marital settlement agreements and complex legal procedures.
Divorce
New Maryland Law Protects Divorcing Parties From High Mortgage Rates
Maryland's new HB 1018 law allows divorcing parties to assume existing mortgages without refinancing, protecting them from high interest rates.
Trusts & Estates
Maryland’s Registered Domestic Partnership Law: What It Means for You
Since October 1, 2023, Maryland has been recognizing **Registered Domestic Partnerships**.
Trusts & Estates
Victory for POA Law in Contested Estate Case
A recent Maryland estate case highlights the importance of properly drafted power of attorney documents. Learn how POA protections held up in court.
Divorce
Dividing Employment Compensated Stock Options in Maryland Divorces
Understanding how stock options, RSUs, and equity compensation are valued and divided in Maryland divorce proceedings with expert legal guidance.
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