Going through a divorce in Maryland can be challenging. With one wrong move, your former spouse might have ammunition against you that he or she can use in court. You can't predict every possible scenario, but you can take certain steps to protect yourself as much as...
Busting divorce myths
On behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Nov 10, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce is obviously a stressful and trying time for anyone to endure. Even when divorces in Maryland aren't contested and don't include a nasty legal battle, they can still induce a great deal of anxiety. Divorce is hard enough to deal endure without having to deal...
Know your post-divorce rights for Social Security benefits
On behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Oct 29, 2020 | Divorce
Some divorcing couples in Maryland mistakenly assume that splitting up will affect how Social Security income is distributed once one or both ex-spouses reach retirement age. Part of this problem is caused by the Social Security Administration as the government agency...
What are the challenges of divorcing later in life in Maryland?
On behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Oct 15, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
In many ways, filing for divorce later in life can be more challenging than filing for divorce when the couple is in their 30s. In this stage of life, people are supposed to be getting ready to retire and start drawing social security. When they file for divorce,...
Certified divorce financial analysts help make finances fair
| Sep 30, 2020 | Divorce
Couples with significant assets and a high net worth may wind up fighting over finances. Financial disagreements can get so heated that they become a primary cause of divorce in Maryland and other locales. About 22% of all divorces arise from financial arguments and...
Why qualified domestic relations orders are important
| Sep 29, 2020 | Divorce
When people decide to get divorced in Maryland, they will have to divide their marital assets and debts as a part of the divorce process. Money saved through retirement plans during the marriage will also need to be divided. However, the division of retirement savings...
Understanding asset division during divorce
| Sep 16, 2020 | Divorce
After months or perhaps years of arguing, it may seem that the difficult part of divorcing is deciding to split and breaking the news to your family. However, many couples find that making the decision is just the beginning, and dividing up marital assets is one of...
Errors to avoid in a divorce
| Sep 4, 2020 | Divorce
In Maryland, many spouses cause themselves a variety of self-inflicted wounds during the divorce process. This transforms a divorce that could have been resolved amicably into a legal battle that did not have to happen. Acting reasonably can keep things from reaching...
How to keep a divorce amicable
| Aug 21, 2020 | Divorce
Some Maryland couples who are going through a divorce might struggle to treat each other civilly. However, giving into momentary rants to or about an ex can have a significant negative impact on the outcome of the divorce, including the settlements and even custody...
The types and grounds for divorce in Maryland
| May 27, 2020 | Divorce
Couples in Maryland who are in a failing marriage may be facing the reality that divorce is in their future. The divorce process can be sobering, but it can also provide each spouse with the clean break they need to move forward with a fresh start. It is important to...
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