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Wasteful dissipation of marital assets is a form of economic wrongdoing that occurs not only in high-asset divorces. In these cases, the goal of the dissipating spouse is to reduce the other spouse’s share of property that would be awarded to them… Read More

Divorce can be emotionally and financially draining. In complex cases, it can take years to resolve financial matters, determine child custody, and divide assets. While these issues must typically be determined in order for the divorce decree to be issued, Maryland courts… Read More

You may be nervous about meeting with a divorce lawyer for the first time — or even apprehensive to take this first step toward ending your marriage. However, an initial consultation is crucial to learn what your rights and options are and… Read More

Once a child custody order has been entered by the court, it is legally binding upon both parents. Neither parent may take it upon themselves to make changes without the other parent’s consent — or approval from a judge. While it’s ideal… Read More

Divorce isn’t only difficult for spouses. The end of your marriage can have a significant emotional impact upon your children as well. Breaking the news to them that their parents are parting ways can cause fear and insecurity. Your children may react… Read More

The term “best interests of the child” is frequently used in family law — this is the principle that guides judges in every case involving child custody. Although courts prefer that both parents are equally involved in a child’s life, regardless of… Read More

Retirement accounts are often significant assets for married couples, and splitting them up when spouses part ways can be a contentious issue. While certain types of property can be easily distributed between spouses, dividing retirement accounts in divorce is more complicated. Not… Read More

It’s not uncommon for divorced spouses to remarry after they have parted ways. If you share children with your former spouse, you might be wondering how remarriage impacts child custody and support. Remarriage does not automatically change a child custody order that… Read More