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Welcome to the Divorce and Family Law Blog from the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram. Here, our team shares insights, updates, and practical guidance on topics like divorce, child custody, support, and other family law matters in Maryland. Our goal is to help you stay informed and empowered through every step of your legal journey.
What are the Differences Between a Prenuptial Agreement vs. a Postnuptial Agreement?
October 7th, 2025
Many people are familiar with what prenuptial agreements are. But if you don’t have a prenup, it’s important to be aware that there is another type of agreement you can enter into to protect your assets. A postnuptial agreement is a contract…
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Maryland Child Support Law Changes You Need to Know
September 18th, 2025
What Maryland Parents Need to Know About New Child Support Laws Questions about money and support often weigh heavily on the minds of parents in divorce and custody cases. If you are a parent, it is important that you stay current and up to date on d…
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Categories: Child Support
Maryland Adopts New Statutory Factors to Determine Child Custody
August 28th, 2025
On May 15, 2025, Governor Wes Moore approved House Bill 1191, which is set to go into effect on October 1, 2025. The Bill is significant because, for the first time, the Maryland State Legislature has adopted its own list of factors that Maryland jud…
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Categories: Custody
Dating After Divorce: Are You Ready to Date?
August 28th, 2025
Divorce is a major life event that can come with many emotional challenges. While the idea of dating after divorce might seem exciting, it’s not something that should be taken lightly. Even if your divorce decree has already been issued, you might…
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Categories: Divorce
Co-Parenting Tips for Raising Empowered Children
August 5th, 2025
Divorce can be hard on children — and it’s important to provide love and support to your child as they go through the period of transitioning from a two-parent home to a one-parent household. Even though you no longer live with your spouse, it’…
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Categories: Family & Relationships
The Critical Role of Accuracy in Your Financial Statement
July 30th, 2025
Divorce doesn’t only end the marital relationship — it also addresses the economic aspects of your marriage. One way the court gathers information to make fair decisions about the financial matters that need to be decided in divorce is by requiri…
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What Does it Mean to Commingle Separate and Marital Property in Maryland?
July 15th, 2025
Maryland follows the doctrine of equitable distribution in divorce. This means that a court will divide any assets acquired during the course of a marriage in a way that is deemed equitable to both spouses. Equitable does not mean equal or fair. The…
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Categories: Divorce
How Can Mediation Help You Resolve Child Custody Matters?
July 7th, 2025
Child custody mediation can be an effective tool to help parents resolve disputes concerning custody matters and parenting time. Unlike the adversarial process of litigation, mediation promotes amicability between co-parents and tailored solutions th…
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What is a 9-207 Statement?
June 12th, 2025
The divorce process involves much more than simply ending the marital relationship. It also divides property that was acquired by either spouse during the marriage. A 9-207 statement must be filed with the court before trial and outlines whether spou…
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What is Discovery in Maryland Divorce?
April 28th, 2025
Discovery is the stage of divorce litigation where information is exchanged between the parties so that each side can learn more about the other’s position. This process is meant to ensure that both spouses are fully informed about financial matter…
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Categories: Divorce
