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A number of states require couples to have fault grounds for divorce—in other words, legal reasons that justify ending the marriage based upon the bad acts of a spouse. Common fault grounds for divorce include adultery or physical abuse. The public policy… 
When legally parting ways with your spouse, there are two types of divorce: contested and uncontested. The path you pursue to end your marriage will make all the difference in how your case proceeds. You and your spouse remain in control of…
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If you are parting ways with your spouse, there is an easier way to end your marriage than going through the litigation process. An uncontested divorce can allow you to save time and money, and reduce the emotional stress that often comes… 
The law—including family law— is always evolving, but often the changes are narrow and gradual. However, effective October 1, 2023, there will be some sweeping changes to Maryland divorce laws that are likely to impact almost every Maryland resident who seeks to…
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If you are contemplating a divorce, or your spouse has asked for a divorce, you already know that your life is about to change. You may not be able to change the fact that your marriage needs to end, but you have… 
Most people who are looking to end their marriage seek a divorce, but occasionally we encounter a prospective client who wants an annulment. What is the difference between a divorce and an annulment, and is there an advantage to getting an annulment…
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Divorce, custody, and other family law disputes are rarely easy or comfortable to resolve. Too often, the fallout from a contentious legal battle lingers for years, leaving emotional scars on both parties and making it difficult to co-parent together. While litigation is… 
Nothing about divorce is easy. But for many people, one of the most unsettling aspects of divorce is the prospect of going to court. The courtroom environment can be unfamiliar and intimidating, and the idea of having your future in the hands…
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Some people realize suddenly, in a blinding moment of clarity, that they need a divorce. Most people come to the realization more slowly, often after doing everything possible to make the marriage work. Still others are blindsided when their spouse announces the…
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As you may have heard, there are some major changes to Maryland divorce law effective October 1, 2023. Md. Code, Family Law § 7-103 brings the law into alignment with modern thinking about divorce, including making sweeping changes to the grounds for…
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