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How to Make Confident Legal Decisions When Emotions Run High in Divorce Divorce often comes with a flood of emotions, and those feelings can easily cloud judgment when you have to make legal decisions. When the path ahead feels uncertain, knowing how…
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Maryland courts have always made custody determinations under a “best interests of the child” standard. House Bill 1191 became effective on October 1, 2025 and provides a 16-point checklist for judges to use in making and explaining custody order…
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Divorce litigation is rarely simple. The emotional stakes are high, the facts are often complicated, and the courtroom can be unpredictable. But having the best chance to achieve your goals at trial almost always comes down to the same thing: prepara…
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What Maryland Litigators Need to Know When a divorce involves significant wealth, everything becomes more complicated— especially property division in divorce. Maryland’s equitable distribution model gives the court discretion to divide marital a…
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Divorce is a huge life change. Often perceived as highly adversarial by the divorcing couple. Perceived more so when involving attorneys. A stereotype of warring spouses who are both dead set on “winning,” no matter the cost. But your divorce doe…
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Guide to Child Custody in Maryland: What Parents Need to Know Understanding child custody in Maryland can be confusing and stressful, especially when emotions are involved. As a parent, your biggest concern is making sure your child is safe, happy, a…
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In the often-challenging time of a divorce, questions surrounding who remains in the family home can be both emotional and complex. In Maryland, a legal concept called “use and possession” can come into play to address these concerns. Understandi…
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When a couple divorces, one partner may need to provide financial support to the other. This support (called alimony) helps the lower-earning partner transition to life after divorce. In Maryland, the process of determining alimony can be complex. Th…
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If you and your spouse have been considering divorce, it’s important to understand the recent updates to Maryland’s divorce laws. Changes that went into effect last year have made the process more straightforward, providing clearer options for co…
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Whether to stay in an unhappy, unhealthy relationship or breakup and move on is a tough decision. Change is hard and I’m a believer that people aren’t ready until they are ready. Even so, instead of decision through indecision, be intentional. Wh…
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