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.
Legal Insights & Resources
Stay informed with articles on Maryland family law, divorce, child custody, estate planning, and other important legal topics.
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
Maryland's Registered Domestic Partnership law provides legal protections for unmarried couples. Learn about eligibility, benefits, and estate planning implications.
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.
Divorce
Co-Parenting Through Divorce: Making Back to School Easier for Your Children in Maryland
Expert Maryland co-parenting tips to help children navigate the back-to-school transition after divorce with confidence and stability.
Divorce
Making Divorce Simpler: Maryland's New Divorce Law Explained
Maryland's new divorce law simplifies the process with no-fault grounds, eliminating the need for fault-based grounds starting October 1, 2023.
Divorce
Sorting through property division complications in Maryland
Maryland equitable distribution laws for divorce property division, handling commingled assets, and protecting against hidden or wasted marital assets.
Child Custody & Support
When Can I Modify My Child Custody and Parenting Arrangements?
Maryland parents can request custody modifications when circumstances change. Learn what qualifies as a material change and how to modify your custody order.
Child Custody & Support
Who Gets to Claim the Children as Tax Deductions?
Maryland divorced parents often dispute tax deductions for children. Learn who can claim dependents and how to address tax issues in your custody agreement.
Family Law
Lessons for Healing After a Divorce
Maryland divorce recovery requires emotional and financial healing. Learn key lessons for moving forward and creating a new beginning after divorce.
Child Custody & Support
Making Sure Your Parental Rights Are Not Given Away
Maryland parents must protect their parental rights during divorce. Learn what rights you have and how to prevent them from being waived in your agreement.
Divorce
What do I need in my Marital Settlement or Separation Agreement?
Essential provisions for Maryland marital settlement agreements including child custody, property division, alimony, and financial account distribution.
Child Custody & Support
What happens to kids when parents fight
Maryland research shows how parental conflict affects children. Learn to turn disagreements into positive lessons and protect your kids during divorce.
Divorce
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.
Child Custody & Support
What to Do When a Child Does Not Want to Visit
Maryland parents face challenges when children refuse visitation. Learn how to handle custody refusal while protecting your parental rights and relationship.
Divorce
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.
Family Law
Helping Clients Discover Divorce Solutions Through the Collaborative Process
Maryland couples seeking peaceful divorce solutions can choose collaborative divorce to avoid litigation costs and stress while achieving favorable outcomes.
Divorce
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.
Child Custody & Support
How summer vacation plans can affect child custody situations
Maryland parents navigating divorce must understand child custody rules for summer travel. Learn notification requirements and visitation rights for vacations.
Divorce
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.
Child Custody & Support
In a Divorce, Do Grandparents Have Legal Rights to a Grandchild?
Maryland grandparents seeking custody or visitation during a divorce face legal hurdles. Learn about grandparents' rights and how to maintain relationships.
Divorce
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.
Divorce
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.
Divorce
Can property division in a divorce implicate other areas of law?
Understanding how Maryland divorce property division intersects with estate law, beneficiary designations, and retirement accounts in complex divorce cases.
Child Custody & Support
Can Social Media Rants Affect Your Case?
Maryland family law attorneys explain how social media posts can impact child custody, divorce, and child support cases. Learn what to avoid online.
Trusts & Estates
Everyone Has an Incapacity Estate Plan for Health Care Issues
Maryland law provides default healthcare decision-makers if you're incapacitated. Learn why creating your own advance directive is still essential.
Divorce
What Is Financial Abuse and What to Do About It
Recognizing financial abuse in Maryland relationships and understanding legal options for protecting yourself during divorce and separation proceedings.
Child Custody & Support
Child custody and tax time: What do they have in common?
Maryland parents face child custody challenges during tax season. Learn who can claim children as dependents and how to resolve tax disputes in shared custody.
Family Law
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Legal Separation
Maryland couples facing relationship problems may choose legal separation over divorce. Learn the pros and cons of this alternative option.
Child Custody & Support
Preventing child custody problems in Maryland and beyond
Maryland parents can prevent child custody problems during divorce. Learn strategies to strengthen your case and maintain healthy relationships with your children.
Family Law
Separation Maintenance: What It Is and Who Gets It
Maryland couples choosing legal separation may need financial support. Learn about separation maintenance and who qualifies for this type of support.
Child Custody & Support
A case for why joint child custody is the best option in divorce
Maryland research shows joint child custody benefits children post-divorce. Learn why equal time with both parents leads to better outcomes for kids.
Child Custody & Support
Are you dealing with a child support dispute?
Learn about Maryland child support basics, how support amounts are determined, and when you can modify or enforce child support orders through legal action.
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