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If you have started your divorce process and have come to the issue of child custody, you must understand exactly what you will be dealing with and wrap your mind around exactly how to proceed to that you serve the best interests of your child at all times. The first...
In Maryland, child support is calculated using the formula from Child Support Guidelines. The child support schedule ordered by the court is typically based on the guidelines unless one of the parties can prove the state's formula would be inappropriate or unjust for...
In Maryland, while divorce may be a healthy decision for some individuals, it is a significant life event that can trigger certain emotions and consequences. Some people may underestimate the impact of divorce on their emotional state, finances and children. The...
When crafting a custody order, a Maryland judge must do what is in the child's best interest. To meet this standard, a judge will likely want or need to take your finances into account. Although a large bank account isn't a prerequisite for custody, financial...
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...
Divorce isn't always easy for couples in Maryland. This situation can become tougher when divorcing couples have children together. After such a major life change, it's not uncommon for their offspring to show signs they're struggling with life after divorce. Dealing...
Gray divorce refers to divorce among people 50 years old and older. According to studies, gray divorce rates are on the rise. With that in mind, there are some tips that Maryland divorcees can keep in mind for retirement planning after a divorce. Evaluate your new...
Child support is court-ordered financial support that a non-custodial parent must pay to the custodial parent to help cover the expenses of raising a child. While the child support order is legally binding in Maryland, circumstances may change over time, requiring a...
The federal government established rules to ensure that former spouses of military services members receive certain military benefits and pay upon divorce. The rules within the Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act (USFSPA) grant a Maryland court the ability...
Depending on the circumstances surrounding a Maryland divorce, it’s possible for one spouse to be more shocked than the other. The spouse who didn’t it coming often struggles with mental and emotional turmoil in the weeks and months following the divorce. The good...