There is a time for debating and discussing one’s novel beliefs or opinions… and that time is not while attempting to litigate your divorce case. This is one area, among many, where having an experienced Maryland divorce lawyer represent you can be extremely helpful. Your knowledgeable attorney can save you…
In divorce or other family law cases, the best path forward is to work collaboratively with your ex (or soon-to-be-ex) spouse to resolve all disputes, and to follow all of the orders the trial judge hands down. When that does not matter, contempt of court proceedings can result. If you…
Today, Millenials, members of “Gen Z,” and many others live much of their lives online. For some influencers and celebrities, it seems that if it did not happen on Instagram (or another social media platform,) it did not happen at all. However, the ever-presence of social media can be a…
One of the most important aspects of any divorce is the division of marital assets and debts. A crucial part of that process is separating marital from non-marital. Sometimes, it is as easy as looking at how an asset or debt account is titled, but in Maryland, that is far…
Any contractual agreement you sign with your sign that governs the distribution of assets — whether it is a prenuptial agreement, a postnuptial agreement, a marital property agreement, or a divorce settlement agreement — deserves your utmost attention. Because of the high stakes involved, it also calls for advice and…
Divorce is often an extremely painful time. Different individuals respond to the trauma of divorce in various ways — some more constructive than others. One way of responding to your spouse’s decision to end your marriage that is never helpful is to ignore it (or ignore aspects of the legal…
Ideally, a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement is something the spouses craft collaboratively, with both individuals having a clear understanding of the document’s terms, a meaningful opportunity to consult legal counsel, and plenty of time to make an informed decision about whether or not to sign. Sometimes, though, that does not…
A collaborative divorce can provide many benefits to the spouses, including less expense and less animosity. To make this type of divorce process work its best, you must ensure you have an agreement clearly written and free from any ambiguities. An experienced Maryland divorce lawyer can be instrumental as you…
Ideally, all divorces would proceed maturely, respectfully, and collaboratively for the benefit of both spouses (and their children, if any.) Reality tells us that divorces often fall short of this ideal. Divorces bring out strong emotions, and intense emotions sometimes lead spouses to engage in misconduct. When your spouse has…
One does not necessarily expect to unearth beneficial knowledge about the law from the latest celebrity gossip news regarding “reality” television stars. Perhaps there really is a time for everything, as the latest reports about the divorce involving one “Real Housewives” star show offer some valuable clues about what –…