Civil Litigation in Frederick, Maryland: Filing for Divorce
Barkley & Kennedy has had lots of experience guiding our clients through divorce cases. Our clients often ask us the following questions: What does a divorce cost?
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Women, Bankruptcy & Divorce
/in Bankruptcy Law, Divorce/by Brian BarkleyBankruptcy can add an extra layer of challenge to anyone’s life. It’s particularly hard for a divorced woman relying on domestic support obligations. Women, especially women going through a life-changing event such as a divorce, can be hit hard. Some might be facing a substantially reduced income while trying to care for children, find employment or set up […]
Bankruptcy 101
/in Bankruptcy Law/by Brian BarkleyBankruptcy is a process to relieve and resolve personal and business debt. Two of the most commonly used types of bankruptcies under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code are Chapters 7 and 13. We’ll explain the differences between the two, and answer some of the common questions we hear. What is the difference between Chapter 7 and […]
5 Things You Need to Know about Child Support from a Rockville Family Law Attorney
/in Family Law/by Brian BarkleyIn our Rockville and Frederick, Maryland Law Practice, we frequently hear questions about child support. Here are 5 things we want to be sure our clients know. 1. How is child support calculated in Maryland? Child support computation starts with the Child Support Guidelines in the Maryland Code. The guidelines provide the court and parties with […]
4 Things You Want to Know about Custody from a Rockville Family Attorney
/in Family Law/by Brian BarkleyIn our Rockville and Frederick, Maryland Law Practice, we frequently hear questions about custody cases. Here are 4 things we get asked regularly. 1. What is the difference between Legal and Physical Custody? Legal Custody means the right to make decisions about major issues such as religion, education and medical care. Physical Custody means where […]
Penalties for DWI or DUI in Maryland
/in DUI and DWI/by Brian BarkleyIf you are arrested for impaired driving, also called DWI or DUI in Maryland, you may face sanctions and penalties. If you are convicted of an impaired driving offense, you will face immediate administrative sanctions. You may also face additional criminal penalties and license sanctions. It is important to have an experienced lawyer represent you to […]
Your Voting Rights: 4 Common Questions
/in Civil Law/by Brian BarkleyHere are the answers to 4 common questions you may have about your voting rights. AM I ABLE TO GET TIME OFF FROM WORK TO VOTE? Every employer in the State shall permit any employee who claims to be a registered voter in the State a period not to exceed 2 hours absence from work […]
How to Keep Yourself Safe With A Domestic Violence Protection Order
/in Family Law/by Brian BarkleyUnderstanding Domestic Violence Maryland law defines domestic violence “abuse” as the occurrence of one or more of the following acts between “family or household members”:
Alimony and Child Support in Maryland
/in Divorce, Family Law/by Brian BarkleyAlimony and child support, as well as spousal support, are legal issues that arise in divorce and separation, and child support is also potentially an issue for parents who were never married. There is no such thing as a common law marriage in Maryland. As a consequence, alimony and spousal support are potential issues only for […]
Marital Property and Divorce in Maryland
/in Divorce, Family Law/by Brian BarkleySeparation and divorce have a profound impact on a family’s financial affairs. At the outset of the dissolution of the marriage you need to understand the concept of marital property and be prepared to take steps to maximize your ability to ensure that your rights regarding the family’s assets are not compromised and that the […]
