Seasonal trends are everywhere— the mark of autumn includes pumpkin spice lattes and spring is the perfect time to clear the clutter and get your house in order. Did you know there are trends for divorce too? August is the end of summer, but it’s also the end of many marriages. A study conducted out […]
Read MoreNo marriage is perfect. Every couple has disagreements and moments of anger, but as long as this is not the defining trait of your relationship, chances are you can manage to make it work. If you are unsure if you should keep trying or if now is the time to proceed with a divorce, we compiled […]
Read MoreA stable environment is crucial for children, especially in the aftermath of a divorce. Going between two households for visitation can increase anxiety and uncertainty, so you and your co-parent should collaborate to create consistent routines and rules for your children. Regardless of which parent your children spend time with, your children should feel safe […]
Read MoreMost people are familiar with how heartbreaking a divorce can be but not many think about how challenging it can be to deal with the aftermath. We know how life-changing the end of a marriage can be, and we want to help you move to the next chapter of your life with confidence. Give yourself […]
Read MoreOver the last several years, divorce rates among millennials have been falling. However, something else has been on the surge: gray divorces. This is the trend of the separation of older couples who’ve been married for a long time, namely happening to baby boomers. On the one hand, you have the younger generations taking their […]
Read MoreMaryland has two kinds of divorce: limited and absolute. Only an absolute divorce dissolves the marriage. A limited divorce can be thought of more as a legally sanctioned separation. The most common grounds for absolute divorce in Maryland are: one-year separation; mutual consent divorce; adultery; constructive desertion; and cruelty of treatment and excessively vicious conduct. […]
Read MoreMeeting with your divorce attorney for the first time can feel overwhelming. Sometimes, the meeting is predicated on a sincere desire to file for divorce. Other times, a divorce attorney is a necessity, as the other spouse has expressed a desire to divorce. Obviously, in either situation, meeting with your divorce attorney for the first […]
Read MoreThere have been some fairly spectacular “divorce movies.” From Kramer versus Kramer, to The War of the Roses, to Mrs. Doubtfire, divorce has been portrayed as something that can be wholly unsatisfactory for one or both of the parties. Of course, as only one of the parties to a divorce, you only have control over […]
Read MoreIf you are considering divorce, you may have some questions about alimony. As such, we have compiled a list of commonly asked alimony questions for your consideration. What is alimony? Alimony is a cash payment from one spouse to the other. The court can order alimony, or the parties can agree to it in a […]
Read MoreMore and more couples are choosing to maintain relationships while living apart. There are many reasons why this approach may work. Staying Together for Religious Reasons Some couples choose to remain married for religious reasons. However, this doesn’t necessarily mean they have to live together. Some couples are setting up separate households and living separate […]
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