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Marital couples share their lives, including their property, and divorce brings this to an end. Instead of the issue of “ours” or “mine,” which often can be a hotly disputed topic on its own, the parties must prove the title, value and marital interest in all property and assets. Here are some basics about marital […]
In Maryland divorce matters, couples with children often dispute the custody arrangements. The many aspects of raising a child can be a source of disagreement, from physical custody to legal custody, which includes decisions over medical, educational and other important matters. Maryland law is well settled that the “best interests of the child” will determine […]
As a Constitutional right, bankruptcy has been part of our nation’s financial system from its inception. Businesses regularly use the bankruptcy process as a strategy to move forward, but individuals often are reluctant to avail themselves of bankruptcy. Dealing with debt is an exhausting distraction that can be managed by bankruptcy, yet the stigma attached […]
Effective January 2020, the Maryland court created new rules that parties seeking to establish or modify custody of a child must jointly complete and file a form called the Maryland Parent Planning Tool. This form and instructions on how to complete it are given to the parties at the first hearing in a family law […]
Many Maryland residents are struggling with the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, and bankruptcy is a possible solution. Conferring with an attorney (one correctly identified as a debt relief agency) is the best way to decide whether bankruptcy is right for you. Here is some basic information about bankruptcy law in Maryland. What is […]
Family financial strife clearly impacts marital harmony, and loss of family harmony can have implications for the family finances. Couples fight about money, and unhappiness can lead to spending money to fill a void. When a marriage is nearing its end, debt of either or both spouses can also have reached a tipping point where […]
Violence is often an issue in divorce cases. Whether the problem is ongoing, or it is triggered by the initiation of divorce proceedings, spouses find themselves in fear for their safety and looking for a solution. In Maryland, a Civil Protective Order (CPO) can be obtained to shield a person from their abusive spouse. If […]
Filing a petition for bankruptcy triggers a highly regulated legal and administrative process. If you have reached a point in your life where your debts are causing you to consider filing, you may be hesitant to incur an additional expense in the form of attorney fees. While it is possible to file a petition on […]
Since 2015, Maryland has had a “no fault” divorce law called mutual consent divorce. The process is simpler and streamlined. It removes many of the complexities and costs of a contested divorce, and it doesn’t require the married couple to live apart for a year or meet other challenging standards for granting a divorce in […]
If you and your spouse are going through a divorce in Maryland but are unable to resolve certain issues such as how your assets are going to be divided or custody or visitation with your children, your divorce will be classified as a contested one. When a couples’ divorce is contested, it can make the […]
