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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.
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Maryland’s Registered Domestic Partnership Law: What It Means for You
Since October 1, 2023, Maryland has been recognizing **Registered Domestic Partnerships**.
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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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New Probate Fee Schedule Goes Into Effect October 1, 2022
Maryland has made it cheaper to administer *small *estates proceedings by increasing the probate fee for *regular* estate proceedings.
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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.
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Marital property becomes an entirely different issue in divorce
Most married couples in Maryland share things.
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No, your divorce does not need to turn into World War III
For many Maryland residents, family comes first. Nothing can bring as much joy as marrying a life partner or welcoming a child into one’s family.
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The importance of a separation agreement
While many people immediately think about divorce when ending their marriage, a legal separation can be a viable — and even beneficial — option for some.
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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.
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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.
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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-...
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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.
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How will property division affect your future following divorce?
Any Maryland resident who has ever navigated divorce proceedings may understand how complicated and stressful the process can be.
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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.
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A legal seperation agreement can provide clarity and peace of mind
Every relationship and marriage goes through ups and downs.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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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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.
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Can you prepare for your first divorce attorney meeting?
The last straw to break the camel’s break, or the decision to finally file for divorce, may be made in the heat of the moment.
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Divorce doesn’t mean you abdicate your property rights
Should the house be sold? Who gets the car? Where will the children spend summer vacations? These are but a few of many questions commonly addressed b...
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Do you really have to separate before getting a Maryland divorce?
If you live in Maryland and are considering getting a divorce, you may have heard that Maryland requires grounds for divorce, but it doesn’t require fault.
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Everyone Has a Post-Mortem Estate Plan
Whether or not you have any documents prepared, you have a post-mortem estate plan in place courtesy of the State of Maryland.
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Everyone Has an Incapacity Estate Plan to Manage Assets
Whether or not you have any documents prepared, you have an incapacity estate plan to manage your assets in place courtesy of the State of Maryland.
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Facing property division issues in Maryland
Maryland is an equitable distribution state.
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Facing possible financial strain re property division in divorce
In Maryland and throughout the United States, more and more people are getting divorced beyond age 50.
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Legal separation may be viable option for some in Maryland
Many Maryland residents are currently facing serious marital problems.
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Property division not always equal in Maryland
When a married couple moves to Maryland, they might not be aware of all the laws that govern family-related matters throughout the state.
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Legal separation can be a trial run for divorce
For a big decision like divorce, it would be really nice to have a trial period first so that you could experience and fully understand the ramificati...
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What is collaborative law and can it work for you?
Collaborative law has been around for many years, but it has become increasingly popular for use in situations like custody disputes and divorce settl...
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Your divorce might affect your credit score
During the property division process of a divorce, both parties are given certain assets and certain debts.
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Are Maryland’s divorce procedures becoming streamlined?
Readers may assume that an uncontested divorce in Maryland would be a quick and routine affair, but state law imposes what some commentators have char...
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Could an affair impact child custody arrangements?
A contentious divorce may sometimes involve the deposition testimony of friends or coworkers.
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Does legal separation affect property division in divorce?
The workplace demographic in America has changed dramatically in the past decade, with many dual-income households becoming the norm.
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Ways that advance planning can financially benefit a divorce
A divorce filing might be a highly emotional affair. In fact, there are plenty of celebrity stories about filings made in the heat of the moment.
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Is staying in the family home viable after a divorce?
The decision of how to divide the family home might be a central discussion in many divorces.
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Can a family law firm help unmarried, cohabitating parents?
According to a recent report, the number of unmarried parents who are living together and raising their children has increased in the last decade.
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Can domestic abuse allegations complicate a divorce proceeding?
It is not always possible to approach a divorce collaboratively.
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Can a divorce attorney help uncover undisclosed or hidden assets?
If one member of a divorcing couple did not play an active role in the marital finances, is there a danger that the other spouse might attempt to hide...
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How will a new Maryland law affect legal separations?
Although it might not occur to couples already in the process of a divorce, drawing up a legal separation agreement can offer additional protections.
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Can a collaborative divorce approach benefit children?
Couples that are in a divorce proceeding may not necessarily want to commemorate the occasion with a photograph.
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Do prenuptial agreements safeguard against state divorce laws?
Marriage and divorce have long been a jurisdictional matter for the states. In the wake of the U. S.
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Is there any downside to a collaborative divorce?
From the outside, a divorce that can proceed with minimal fighting might save in legal fees and avoid additional heartache.
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Ex-wife of former Clippers owner can recoup gifts to his mistress
This week, the unfortunate drama continued in the divorce of former LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling.
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When dividing personal possessions in a divorce, remain focused on the future
The divorce process is often difficult and, with emotions running high, can lead a person to do or say things they’ll later regret.
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Ensuring for financial success post divorce: Part II
In our last blog post, we discussed steps a recent divorcee can take to provide for both current and future financial success.
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The divorce process in Maryland: part I
Depending on the state in which a couple lives, laws related to divorce can vary greatly.
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Is a collaborative divorce right for you and your ex?
When most people think about divorce, images of ex-spouses battling it out in court often spring to mind.
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Collaborative law could offer solutions for older couples
For those in Maryland who are considering filing for divorce after the age of 50, the issues that will take precedence are different from those faced ...
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Divorce rate changes with economy according to one study
Divorce rates have typically stayed pretty consistent over the last few decades.
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January is notorious for spike in divorce proceedings
There has been an anecdotal belief that January is a month where there is a spike in divorce filings.
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The basics of obtaining a divorce in Maryland
When most couples marry, they truly believe it will be until death do them part.
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Divorce can lead to unique child custody challenges
When a couple decides to pursue a divorce, there are naturally a great deal of decisions to be made, some more difficult than others.
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Couples face obstacles with same-sex divorce
The right to marry has been celebrated by same sex couples as more states recognize their unions.
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Property division in Maryland divorce often a challenging issue
Whenever there is a divorce, there are typically lots of decisions to be made. One very big part of most any divorce is the process of property division.
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DOMA overturned, could help those in a Maryland same-sex divorce
This week saw a huge legal victory for proponents of same-sex marriage after the United States Supreme Court struck down the federal Defense of Marria...
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Maryland property division may benefit from a prenup
Asking for a prenuptial agreement can often seem like stepping into a minefield fraught with danger at every step.
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Maryland property division: Auto and home insurance policies
We’ve posted before on the topic of how insurance can complicate the property division process of divorce (‘Insurance can add tangle to property divis...
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Former owners of the Dodgers re-opening property division case?
A high-stakes property division case that appeared to be settled years ago is once again making headlines in Maryland and abroad.
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Maryland property division: Prenups should be thoroughly reviewed
Maryland residents who go through divorce often find themselves at odds over how to divvy up the assets that a couple shares.
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Maryland divorce mediation can benefit from financial advisers
One part of the divorce process that can be especially contentious for Maryland spouses is that of property division.
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January can be the right time for some in Maryland to divorce
The new year often marks a popular time for Maryland couples who have decided that their marriages are no longer working to file for divorce.
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Collaborative law process should consider retirement benefits
Collaborative law provides an opportunity for couples who wish to seek a more amicable divorce a method to do so by working together.
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Infidelity’s possible property division toll in Maryland divorce
Infidelity can certainly be emotionally costly on a Maryland marriage, but it could be costly on a financial basis as well.
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Maryland Special Appeals Court upholds property division case
Recently, one man tried to make an interesting argument in an attempt to avoid the property division process that comes with a Maryland divorce: he cl...
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Maryland property division must be an honest process
The property division process that couples go through when divorcing can seem difficult enough to get through under normal circumstances.
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International child custody can be challenging in Howard County
Divorce is rarely an easy prospect for most Howard County couples to deal with.
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Pet custody as tough as child custody for some in Howard County
After making the difficult decision to divorce, couples often think about settling big-ticket items like child custody and property division.
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Tips for Maryland couples going through property division
Maryland residents who go through a divorce should seek to take every precaution possible to protect themselves from financial missteps that might be ...
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Debt an important consideration in Maryland property division
There’s little doubt that divorce can be trying.
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Insurance can add tangle to property division during divorce
There are several property division decisions to be made during the divorce process.
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Divorce property division can be heated in Maryland and elsewhere
Due to the headlines this bizarre case is making, Maryland readers may be familiar with a case of a New York man allegedly faking his own drowning to ...
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Divorcing in the Midst of an Underwater Mortgage
Learn how Maryland couples handle property division when they owe more on their home than it's worth. Options include credits, short sales, and more.
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Child custody: domestic violence a relevant factor
Getting divorced is never a pleasant endeavor.
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Meditation vs. divorce, part 2
In this second installment, we specifically explore mediation.
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Why would you choose mediation over collaborative divorce?
A recent article draws interesting insights about the alternatives available to divorcing couples, from self-help resources to traditional litigation ...
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Less litigation in divorce cases results in better lives for kids
Divorce is often something that affects not only the lives of a husband and wife, but it also dearly affects the lives of any minor children involved.
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