When you and your spouse decide that it’s best you divorce, you have options. Maryland gives you an alternative means to end your marriage: mediation and collaborative divorce. Knowing how these methods compare can help you decide which is better for you....
Handling the business in a Maryland divorce
Maryland spouses who go into business together never think about what could happen if they choose to separate. It can be difficult to figure out the ins and outs of what will happen to the business as you’re going through a divorce. What usually happens to the...
What to do about co-parenting with a narcissistic parent
One of the hardest issues that a divorced parent in Maryland can face is trying to co-parent with a narcissist. This situation means that many of the typical co-parenting strategies do not work, but there are things that you can do to make the situation less...
Knowing the consequences of student loans and divorce
If you're getting divorced in Maryland, a common-law state, and one of you has student loans, understanding how they are dealt with is essential. This is especially true if they were obtained while you were married. Did one of you cosign for the student loan? One of...
What documents do you need for remarriage?
If you are planning on getting remarried soon in Maryland, your wedding event may be much the same as your first nuptials, but you also need to be aware of legal obligations that you must go through to tie the knot this time. Whether you are remarrying after divorce...
Spotting missing assets during the divorce process
Maryland residents beginning the process of divorce will need to go through the discovery process, during which each spouse discloses their financial assets before beginning negotiations for a fair settlement. Some spouses attempt to hide assets in order to get an...
Anxiety, depression and gray divorce after 50
In Maryland and across the United States, depression often affects couples who divorce after 50. Divorce may be related to health problems regardless of the person's age; however, people who get divorced later in life may experience higher levels of stress. Divorce...
How prenuptial agreements can help business
Prenuptial agreements are becoming more common among couples throughout Maryland and the rest of the U.S. People recognize the value of having contracts in place that state how their premarital assets and business interests should be handled in the event of a divorce....
Be sure to clarify child tax exemptions before tax filing
As the tax filing deadline approaches, unmarried individuals with a minor child in Maryland must consider who can take the exemption for the child. The IRS has rules regarding who can claim the child, so without communication between the parents, one party risks...
Are you experiencing these signs of divorce?
Married couples go through rough spots every now and again. While some people are able to get back on track, others turn their attention to divorce. If you begin to experience some of the common signs of divorce, it's time to examine your situation with an eye toward...
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