For the next 18+ years, every family gathering, school event and milestone will call for some degree of co‑parenting coordination. The approach you and your former spouse take during the divorce process will likely be carried into these future interactions. It will...
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...
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...
The parenting plan in a family law case in Maryland can be one of the most complex issues. Children’s lives are disrupted by divorce, and it’s important to focus on their needs. The law stresses this by trying to adhere to the child’s best interests in the custody and...
Maryland courts have long recognized the validity of prenuptial agreements. These agreements typically define the spouses’ respective obligations regarding property ownership, management of their finances, provisions for childcare and similar matters. Some agreements...
Navigating post-divorce modifications demands a strategic approach. You should even think strategically when it comes to your social media activity. Your online presence could very well affect your post-divorce life. How social media influences post-divorce...
As a divorced or separated parent in Maryland, navigating parental alienation or interference with visitation can be emotionally challenging. Parental alienation, defined as intentionally undermining the child’s relationship with the other parent, is a form of...
There are benefits to establishing paternity, both for the child and for the parents. If you would like to establish paternity in Maryland, there are several options available. Establishing paternity The parents can voluntarily acknowledge paternity of the child at...
Most Marylanders probably know even without thinking much of it that divorce is stressful. Whether they have been through it themselves or have watched a loved one go through it, one can probably see how in the heat of a very emotional time, people might not make the...
When Maryland legalized same-sex marriage in 2013, it also made same-sex divorce a reality. Divorce proceedings for same-sex couples should mirror that of heterosexual couples. However, because same-sex marriage is still in its infancy legally, a few issues still need...