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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 […]

If this is your first child graduating high school since your divorce, or if your last child’s high school graduation after divorce was a disaster, consider some or all of the suggestions below. We sincerely hope you can make your child’s high school graduation and post graduation party happy experiences for you and your child. […]

In general, courts do not modify a divorce decree after entering a final decree.  However, a number of exceptions to this rule exist. After a court enters a final judgment and decree, circumstances for the parties change.  Those changes occur for any number of reasons. Seeking a motion to modify a divorce decree must have […]

Many people don’t think about divorce and credit reports.  However, if you are considering a divorce, it is a good idea to get a copy of your credit report.  Your credit report, and your credit score, which is comprised of the information in your credit report, provide the basis upon which credit decisions are made.  […]

(This is the first of a two part series about parenting coordinator qualifications, use, and duties) What is a Parenting Coordinator? In the state of Maryland, a “parenting coordinator” is defined as “an impartial provider of parenting coordination service,” under Maryland Rule 9-205.2(b)(1). What is Parenting Coordination? “Parenting coordination” refers to a process during, or post […]

Divorce is a challenging time under the best of circumstances.  However, when a child custody battle appears to be looming, the prospects of divorce can seem even more difficult.  While a child custody battle cannot always be avoided, there are certain mistakes we see time and again during child custody battles that only make things […]

In Maryland, as in every state, parents are expected to provide for their children, with each parent taking a part of the financial responsibility that comes with raising a child.  Unfortunately, there is considerable confusion about the purpose of child support, how child support is calculated, and other issues related to child support.  In this […]

With winter in full swing, it seems strange to discuss child custody and spring break. However, believe it or not, spring is right around the corner. So is spring break, and it is not too soon to start planning your child custody schedule. Early planning avoids last-minute surprises, disagreement, and disappointment. Child Custody and Spring […]

Going through a divorce is often a difficult time emotionally, and selling the house, is, at a minimum, a discussion point.  Many people report nothing feels stable during a divorce.  Especially when divorce is an unexpected event, it leaves people looking for stability.  Often, this takes the form of the family home.  But is keeping […]