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Preparing For Divorce


Prepare for Divorce with Confidence!

Navigate one of life’s most difficult transitions with a clear roadmap. This comprehensive guide covers everything from protecting your financial foundation to rebuilding your future—with guidance grounded in both legal strategy and emotional wisdom. Discover the five essential steps to protecting your assets, your children, and your peace of mind.

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Preparing For Divorce

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Explore how we’ve supported our clients with compassion and expertise in their family law matters.

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I had absolutely greatest experience with attorneys of the firm Fait & DiLima Family Lawers. They are honest and ama,ing in their job.i recomend everyone to use their services when those service are nessecary.
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When you’re going through a divorce, you’ve already lost something. The process isn’t about regaining what’s gone, but protecting what still matters. For me, that was my children. Erin and her team at Fait & DiLima reassured me, kept me grounded, and were always professional and responsive—even on weekends. They helped me focus on what truly matters, and for that I am deeply grateful.
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Jennifer Tyndall
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Marjorie and Erin made a painful and challenging experience as smooth as it could be. Not only did they help with the logistics of the legal process, they were supportive of the emotional impact of divorce as well. Erin, thanks for the guidance - I do believe I handled it all with Grace and Dignity.
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Mariann Hamm
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Very professional and kind. Kindness matters especially when dealing with legal matters.
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Tiffany Werking
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I can’t say enough good things about Erin and Michael. From the start, I appreciated their honesty and candor — they didn’t sugarcoat things or tell me what I wanted to hear. Instead, they were real with me about what to expect, what my options were, and what I needed to do to protect myself and my children. That kind of straightforwardness is rare and something I value deeply. Unlike so many lawyers who seem to nickel and dime for every minute, Erin and Michael were fair, transparent, and genuinely focused on helping me. They were both professional yet approachable, and I always felt like they truly cared about the outcome — not just the billable hours. Erin’s background and expertise in mental health and addiction were especially valuable in my case. She understood the complexities of the situation in a way that most attorneys wouldn’t, and her insight made a huge difference in how things were handled. Michael’s clear and concise litigation skills were equally impressive. He has a calm, confident presence in the courtroom and knows exactly how to present information in a way that’s both compelling and grounded in fact. It gave me a lot of peace of mind knowing he was the one speaking on my behalf. Both Erin and Michael are the kind of lawyers you want in your corner — smart, compassionate, and tough when it matters. I’m incredibly grateful for their guidance and support throughout a very difficult process.
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I communicated often with them during my divorce and am very satisfied with the advice and help I received. I was particularly impressed with their knowledge of federal employee issues regarding divorce. They were invaluable in drafting the various documents and the MSA.
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Get Clarity Before You Take Action.

This guide was created to give you a clear, practical understanding of the divorce process before you make any major decisions. It breaks down complex legal concepts into straightforward insights you can actually use.

  • Real-World Insight
    Built from actual case experience, not theory, so you understand what truly matters.
  • Strategic Awareness
    Learn how early decisions can impact your case and your long-term outcome.
  • Know Your Rights Before Acting
    Walk away knowing what to do to next, and what to avoid.

Avoid Costly Mistakes Early

The decisions you make at the beginning of your case can have long-term financial and personal consequences. This guide gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence instead of uncertainty.

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We Fight For You. Guidance You Trust.

At Fait & DiLima Family Law, you get more than legal representation—you get a team that understands the emotional and financial weight of every decision. With over 120 years of combined experience, we guide clients through complex divorce, custody, and support matters with precision and care.

  • Results Focused
    From negotiation to courtroom litigation, every move we make is designed to protect your priorities.
  • Clear Communication at Every Step
    You’ll always know where your case stands, what comes next, and how each decision impacts your outcome.
  • Compassion Without Compromise
    We approach every case with empathy and discretion—while remaining strong, prepared advocates when it matters most.

Know Your Rights Before Acting

Acting without the right information can put you at a disadvantage from day one. This guide helps you understand your options so you can make informed, strategic decisions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to questions commonly asked by our clients.

  • The divorce process in Maryland can follow different paths depending on your circumstances and goals. Fait & DiLima, LLC offers both litigation and alternative dispute resolution options, including divorce mediation, which empowers couples to resolve matters without protracted court battles. Our attorneys guide clients through every stage, from initial consultations and filing paperwork to negotiations, courtroom appearances, and post-divorce modifications.

    Maryland family law addresses critical issues such as grounds for divorce, equitable distribution of marital property, spousal support determination, child custody arrangements, and child support calculations. The experienced team at Fait & DiLima, LLC combines over 120 years of legal knowledge with an understanding of family dynamics and psychology to develop strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation, always prioritizing the best interests of the children involved.

  • Non-custodial parents have limited rights over how the money from child support payments is used. Child support is intended to benefit the child by covering expenses such as clothing, food, housing, medical care, school fees, and extracurricular activities. While the receiving parent may indirectly benefit when using these funds for shared household expenses like rent or utilities, the money should not be used for their personal indulgences.

    In Maryland, courts do not require the receiving parent to provide an accounting of how child support is spent. If you believe your child isn’t benefiting from the support you provide or suspect the funds are being misused, please contact our child support lawyers.

  • Unlike many other states, Maryland does not have “common law” marriage, in which couples cohabiting for a certain period of time have the same property and other marital rights as a married couple. So, while you do not need to take legal action to end this relationship, there may be issues dividing jointly owned property and debts.

    If you have a valid common-law marriage created in another state, one which does assign property rights to common-law spouses, then you will need to take legal action to dissolve the marriage and work through the courts to divide joint liabilities and assets. Our family lawyers can help with this.

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Locations

Now proudly serving Washington DC!

Frederick Office
(240) 698-2667
(by appointment only)

233 W Patrick St.
Frederick MD 21701