A divorce filing might be a highly emotional affair. In fact, there are plenty of celebrity stories about filings made in the heat of the moment. However, there can be great benefit from consulting with an attorney and carefully planning the timing of a divorce...
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Obergefell v. Hodges imposed two obligations on states regarding same-sex couples: to issue marriage licenses and to also honor any marriage licenses issued by other states. Legalizing same-sex marriage has made family planning...
The decision of how to divide the family home might be a central discussion in many divorces. Yet a recent article suggests that new strategies might impact this particular property division issue. Specifically, an increasing number of divorced, single-parent...
Although some celebrity divorce filings may be spontaneous, the reality for many couples is a gradual decision, perhaps reached after a period of difficulty or even estrangement. However, that period can work to an individual’s advantage. Specifically, an individual...
One of the most challenging things a person can do is to support a loved one during a time of trial. If you are concerned about how to best aid one of your loved ones who is currently going through the divorce process, know that your heart is in the right place. This...
According to a recent report, the number of unmarried parents who are living together and raising their children has increased in the last decade. The study tracked births to unmarried American women over a 25-year period. In 1985, that portion accounted for only 22...
When parents have plans to relocate after a divorce, does that impact child custody determinations? Possibly. Under Maryland law, a court will examine a variety of factors in determining the best interest standard on a minor child’s behalf. Such factors may include...
It is not always possible to approach a divorce collaboratively. For example, in cases of domestic violence, the protections offered by divorce litigation and a court can be well received. In a recent example, a couple seeking a divorce were not able to cooperate...
If one member of a divorcing couple did not play an active role in the marital finances, is there a danger that the other spouse might attempt to hide assets? Can a trust be an asset used to perpetrate this scheme? As a law firm that works to achieve a fair divorce...
Although it might not occur to couples already in the process of a divorce, drawing up a legal separation agreement can offer additional protections. A separation agreement functions like a binding contract during the pendency of the divorce, pursuant to which an...
