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When couples divorce, it is easy to get sucked in to the emotional side of the decision.  Unfortunately, when people make decisions based on emotion rather than based on reason, they sometimes make a less rational choice, or one that is not in their own best interests.  Here are some financial dos and don’ts to […]

When people meet with a divorce attorney for the first time, they often ask about character witnesses.  They wonder if they will need witnesses, how many, who would be best to call, et cetera.  The good news is, most cases do not go to trial, and therefore, in most cases, character witnesses are not needed.  […]

Separation and Divorce In Maryland, the first legal step in the divorce process is determining what ground for divorce applies to a given case.  (A “ground” for divorce is a “legally acceptable reason” for the divorce.)  “Fault” grounds for divorce include: Adultery Cruelty of treatment Desertion Excessively vicious conduct Imprisonment for a crime as well […]

Once a court issues a child support order, it becomes a valid and enforceable order until one of the following events occurs, resulting in a potential change in child support:  The child Reaches the age of 18 (except in unusual circumstances, where child support is ordered for a longer period of time Marries Supports themselves […]

There are financial considerations a couple should contemplate and address before remarrying.  From alimony to social security, the decision to remarry can have consequences that affect each person’s bottom line.  A prenuptial agreement can address concerns the parties may have – or any concerns the children may have, about family heirlooms and family businesses. Financial […]

Child Custody and the Holidays: For Those Who Have a Child Custody Schedule Fourth of July is just around the corner – do you know what your child custody schedule says?  Most divorce decrees contemplate child custody and the holidays – but not all!  Take a few moments to dust off your divorce decree to […]

Even for people who are divorcing for a second or third time, the process can be fraught with questions.  No two divorces are the same.  As such, below we discuss the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about divorce. Can I prevent my spouse from seeing our children? Generally speaking, no.  Courts […]

There are multiple things to consider when planning a divorce.  How should you approach the divorce?  Should you keep the house?  Does your friend really know what they are talking about when giving divorce advice?  Below are some thoughts for your consideration. Things to Consider: Approaches to Divorce You and your spouse get to decide […]

Mediation is one of the many ways couples can proceed when getting a divorce.  In mediation, the couple meets with a specially trained, neutral third party called a mediator.  Mediation is done in a private setting, which is confidential.  The proceedings themselves are not public, however, the agreements made during mediation may become part of […]

When you are divorcing, the added expense of a forensic accountant may seem unnecessary.  This viewpoint is more often the case if this is your first divorce.  However, divorce lawyers can assure you, in the right case, failing to hire a forensic accountant can be far more expensive in the long run. When a couple […]