A variety of different changes to the family can potentially lead to shared custody conflicts. Parents subject to a Maryland custody order often have to communicate with one another about their children. Shared custody arrangements usually include rules for shared...
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5 essential documents to gather for a high-asset divorce
Divorce is often an overwhelming emotional rollercoaster. These feelings usually intensify when substantial assets enter the picture. Knowing which documents to prepare can ease your anxiety and streamline the process. Below are five essential documents you'll need at...
What is a gray divorce?
Imagine reaching a point where you’ve raised your children, built a career and are looking forward to retirement. But then you realize that family life is no longer something you look forward to later in life. This scenario is becoming increasingly common and is...
How do you split retirement accounts during divorce?
Retirement is usually the last thing on anyone’s mind during divorce. However, when negotiations for asset division come up, you will need to think about your retirement plans. People with high net worth can have up to 55% of their total assets or wealth in retirement...
Do divorcing Maryland spouses need to prove fault?
People contemplating divorce often have many questions about the process. They don't know what rules apply to property division and child custody matters. They are unsure of how much the process costs or how long it might take to complete. In some cases, people are...
High-stakes splits: Challenges in dividing property during divorce
Dividing property can be one of the most stressful parts of divorce. In Maryland, the court tries to split property equitably, considering each spouse’s contributions to the marriage, financial situation and earning potential. However, this process can be particularly...
Should you keep a vacation home in your divorce?
A vacation home can be quite valuable. It might serve as an income property, and its value can quickly increase. On top of that, you might enjoy the time that you get to spend at the property. For these reasons, people often fight tooth and nail to keep a vacation...
Is there a trick to effective co-parenting after divorce?
Co-parenting after a divorce can be a challenging journey. Unfortunately, there is not one easy trick to master it. Instead, it requires dedication, open communication and a commitment to prioritizing your children’s needs. Navigating co-parenting involves...
The opening stages of a child custody dispute in Maryland
Anyone in Maryland who has children will probably agree that disagreements between parents about childrearing are common, even in the most stable of marriages or relationships. We all have different ideas of what is right. And, if you find yourself in the opening...
If some assets are primarily for the kids, can we share them?
Divorce is complicated, challenging and emotionally draining. It can also be financially draining, particularly when it comes to dividing assets. Maryland law divides marital property in a way that is fair (equitable distribution), but this can make the property...