Depending on the length of your Maryland marriage and your spouse's military service, you might be eligible for certain military benefits when you divorce. Eligibility is based on the length of the marriage, the length of your spouse's military service, and how much...
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What is a limited divorce vs. an absolute divorce?
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | May 4, 2021 | Divorce
The state of Maryland differentiates between an "absolute divorce" and a "limited divorce." An absolute divorce ends the marriage and allows both parties to move on with their lives. A limited divorce--also known as legal separation--doesn't end the marriage but...
May you retain your pension in a divorce?
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Apr 18, 2021 | Divorce, Property Division
If you're going through a divorce in Maryland, you're going to have to go through the process of dividing up all of your marital assets. One very tricky area of separating assets is when it comes to retirement accounts like pension plans. In most cases, these plans...
Divorce mistakes that can hurt you financially
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Apr 12, 2021 | Divorce
As some couples in Maryland have discovered, divorce comes with deep implications emotionally and financially. Making certain financial mistakes during this process can complicate life even more post-divorce. Recognizing the kind of mistakes that can be made and...
Maryland divorce, property division and a jointly owned business
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Apr 1, 2021 | Property Division
Property division and debt distribution represent among the most contentious aspects of a Maryland divorce. Property division issues potentially become even more acrimonious when a divorcing couple jointly owns a business. If you co-own a business with your spouse and...
Is cryptocurrency considered a marital asset?
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Mar 25, 2021 | High Asset Divorce, Property Division
It may seem surprising, but an increasing number of couples in Maryland have had to figure out how to divide cryptocurrencies during their divorce. In recent years, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin have experienced a massive surge in value. This makes them a valuable...
Handling child custody concerns for military members in Maryland
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Mar 18, 2021 | Child Custody
Military members who are going through a divorce often worry that they won't get to maintain custody of their children because of their service. Federal law protects the right of military parents to have either sole or joint custody of their children just as civilian...
How long do you have to wait to receive child support payments?
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Feb 18, 2021 | Child Custody
When Maryland parents are no longer together, they will need to establish a child custody agreement and child support payment amounts. This process might seem daunting, but once parents do reach an agreement and the court approves it, the wait time for financial...
Avoid these typical errors in a custody dispute
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Jan 25, 2021 | Child Custody
Maryland parents who are involved in a custody dispute should take steps to demonstrate that they are responsible, cooperative and involved in their child's life. Above all, they should put the best interests of the child first and should show this level of commitment...
Tips for dealing with debt in a divorce
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Jan 12, 2021 | Property Division
If you are considering getting a divorce in Maryland, you may be concerned about property division. However, you may not have thought about what to do about debt, and this can cause even more issues than dividing assets. Check your credit Your first step should be to...
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