Divorce is never easy, especially for children caught in the middle. In Maryland, many families are moving beyond traditional custody models and exploring more flexible, child-centered solutions. By embracing creative living arrangements and therapeutic support,...
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Tips to maximize your chances of recovering alimony
A lot of divorce is focused on securing financial stability once your marriage is dissolved. But, ensuring that you receive all the financial resources to which you’re entitled can be challenging. Yet, if you put forth a lackluster effort to advocate for what you...
Watch out for these signs of parental alienation
Building a strong, meaningful relationship with your child is probably important to you. And the type of custody arrangement that you end up with can play an important role in that process. After all, if you’re denied parenting time or sole physical custody is...
Is there anything we can do before divorce to make it easier?
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional journey. However, proactive steps taken before filing that can streamline the process and reduce stress. In Maryland, couples can prepare by organizing financial records, understanding property classifications, considering...
Look in these places for child custody modification evidence
As you get further away from your initial child custody agreement or order, changed circumstances can render it untenable. In some instances, things can change so drastically that your existing custody arrangement becomes dangerous for your child. To protect your...
Is Maryland a fathers’ rights state?
Like other states, Maryland is a fathers’ rights state in that the legal father of the children has the same rights as does the children’s mother. Maryland courts are not supposed to show preference to either parent simply because they are the mother or the father....
Divorce and bankruptcy: What you need to know
Divorce and bankruptcy often go hand in hand. Both can bring emotional and financial stress. Understanding how they intersect is crucial for those facing these challenges. This blog explores how divorce impacts bankruptcy, focusing on which debts are dischargeable and...
Tips for saving time in your divorce
If it seems like your divorce is going to be overly contentious, then you’re probably hoping that you can get the process over with as quickly as possible. But you can’t move through your marriage dissolution too quickly, otherwise you could miss key opportunities to...
Tips for talking to your kid about child custody
Dealing with a child custody dispute can be incredibly stressful. But it can be even more difficult for your child to cope with the conflict and the changes associated with a custody arrangement or a modification of custody or visitation. Fortunately, there are steps...
How does commingling assets affect property division in divorce?
In marriage, it is not just your lives that intertwine but often your finances as well. This blending of assets, known as commingling, could have significant implications if you ever face divorce. Understanding how commingling works and its potential impact on...