My Ex-Spouse is Intentionally Taking a Lower Paying Job to Avoid Child Support. What Should I Do?

My Ex-Spouse is Intentionally Taking a Lower Paying Job to Avoid Child Support. What Should I Do?

After a divorce, the majority of parents fulfill their financial obligations for their minor children, ensuring that their kids have shelter, food, clothing, health care, and other necessities. Unfortunately, there are cases where an ex-spouse fails to put the children first. If you suspect your ex-spouse is taking a lower-paying job to avoid child support, […]

Breaking The Stigma: The Emotional Toll Of Divorce On Men

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2021, the U.S. marriage rate was 14.9 marriages in the last year per 1,000 women, down from 16.3 a decade earlier. And the 2021 divorce rate dropped to 6.9 in the last year from 9.7 divorces per 1,000 women in 2011. In Maryland in 2021, there were 1.6 […]

The Role Of Financial Forensics In The Discovery of Hidden Assets in Divorce in Maryland

Picture a couple that has been married for 25 years: they own a home and other real estate, vehicles, stocks, retirement plans, and joint bank accounts. Let’s say they decide to divorce, but one spouse fears the other spouse is not fully transparent regarding their personal assets. In this scenario, are you the suspicious spouse? […]

An Experienced Maryland Child Custody Modification Lawyer Answers Frequently Asked Questions

When a couple with children divorces, a child custody plan is part of the settlement. Later, as the children mature, circumstances may change, and the original custody plan is no longer appropriate. In Maryland, a parent who wishes to adjust the plan must return to family court and petition a judge. A Maryland child custody […]

Celebrate National Ex-Spouse Day with Fait & DiLima, Maryland Family Lawyers

ROCKVILLE, Maryland—April 14 is National Ex-Spouse Day, and Fait & DiLima, Maryland Family Lawyers, are celebrating. Marjorie G. DiLima, Managing Partner, and Dorothy R. Fait, Partner in Fait & DiLima Family Law, acknowledge the importance of this day and would like to take a moment to recognize it. National Ex-Spouse Day honors those who have […]

Is Your Ex Speaking Badly About You to Your Children Rockville, MD Attorney Explains What to Do

Has Your Ex Turned into a Disneyland Parent If You’re in Maryland, Here’s What You Should Do

7 Factors That Impact Calculations of Alimony In Maryland

Are you contemplating divorce? You may have significant concerns about alimony in Maryland. In a divorce settlement, either spouse can receive alimony depending on need, as long as the other spouse is in a position to pay. Unlike some states, Maryland does not have a formula for determining alimony. Instead, alimony requests are reviewed carefully […]

Fait & DiLima Family Law, Maryland Family Lawyers, Celebrate Women’s History Month

ROCKVILLE, Maryland—Fait & DiLima Family Law, a family law firm with offices in Rockville and Frederick, Maryland, celebrates Women’s History Month by acknowledging the achievements and contributions of its female attorneys and paralegal. The firm’s award-winning family law attorneys have an impressive collective experience of over 50 years, matched with a compassionate understanding of the […]

What Are Alternatives To Litigation In A Maryland Divorce?

Is your marriage over? Are you ready to file for divorce but are uncomfortable about the idea of appearing in court? You’re not alone. Many people, including the rich and famous, do not want their divorce to be a public spectacle. Instead, they choose alternatives to litigation. In this article, our knowledgeable team of divorce […]