There's no denying that divorce has become more prevalent within Maryland and across the rest of the United States over the past few decades. Although each couple may have their own reasons for filing for divorce, the numbers have also shown another major cause for...
Divorce is not the best time to start a new relationship
Maryland spouses who are going through a divorce might question if they can start a new relationship during the process. While most advise against it, this will be up to the individual. There are a lot of areas, both legal and personal, that should be considered when...
What do you do when a spouse asks for a divorce?
Not everyone expects a spouse to file for divorce. When a spouse reveals intentions to file, things may come as a surprise. While the shock might prove overwhelming, the spouse needs to be aware of essential responsibilities. The divorce could involve negotiations for...
When should couples sign a prenup before getting married?
While any couple in Maryland can benefit from signing a prenuptial agreement before their marriage, some couples can benefit more than others. If the couple files for divorce, having a prenup can help protect their assets and make the property division process go...
Keeping in the boss’s good graces during divorce
A Maryland divorce overshadows nearly everything else in one's life due to the intense emotions that it causes. One of the things that may fade into the background is job responsibilities. This can cause problems for an employee when their performance begins to fall...
A billionaire moves all of his money to hide assets
If you are getting divorced, you and your spouse will exchange information about the assets in the marital estate and their valuation. Maryland courts expect that when you inform your spouse about your assets, you will give a full and accurate accounting of all of the...
One state is becoming a haven for asset trusts
Spouses in a Maryland divorce need to know that they have received their share of the marital estate. Sometimes, one spouse will unilaterally reduce the size of the marital estate by hiding assets. This is likely to raise the ire of the family law court. However, the...
Changing market conditions make keeping the home easier
Maryland contains two expensive real estate markets in both the Baltimore and Washington areas. This ordinarily will make it difficult for a spouse to hold onto the family home after the divorce. However, recent economic conditions actually offer a spouse the...
What happens to education debt in a divorce?
Many couples who are divorcing carry a high student loan debt load, so one of the major considerations in a divorce is how much debt each spouse will have to assume. The rules in Maryland are pretty clear-cut regarding which spouse will be responsible for student loan...
Moving forward with your business during a divorce
Maryland entrepreneurs may dedicate years of their lives to establishing a successful business with a great deal of potential for the future. In many cases, the whole family may be part of the journey to profitability and success for a privately held corporation....
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