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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.
7 Steps to Take After A Final Divorce Decree
November 6th, 2023
Your court case may end when a final divorce decree is entered, but that’s not the end of the divorce process. There are practical and emotional concerns, many of which cannot be addressed until after the Absolute Judgment of Divorce is entered. Al…
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Categories: Divorce
5 Money Saving Ideas to Lower Legal Fees
November 2nd, 2023
No one needs extra, unexpected expenses that challenge your budget and put your future goals at risk in divorce or otherwise. Choosing to retain a family law attorney to handle your divorce or navigate a high-conflict custody dispute may initially se…
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Categories: Finances & Taxes
7 Things You Should Do After A Spouse Asks for Divorce
October 19th, 2023
Knowing the things you should do after a spouse asks for divorce can help you work through your feelings and choose the right Maryland divorce process for you and your family.
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How to Get an Ex-Spouse Off a Mortgage
October 6th, 2023
Your Judgment of Absolute Divorce may award you the marital home or other real property, but that doesn’t mean the work of separating your finances is over. Understanding how to get an ex-spouse off a mortgage – and the steps to take to execute a…
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7 Tips For A Healthy Separation
September 29th, 2023
If you and your spouse are ready to take a break, you may be interested in how to separate in a healthy way and reduce conflict. Here are some tips that can help you move toward a healthy separation so you can protect yourself and your children from…
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How Does Divorce Mediation Work? With Compromise and Cooperation.
August 31st, 2023
Divorce mediation is a tool that helps Maryland couples dissolve their marriages peacefully and with respect for one another’s priorities. However, when emotions run high, it can lead you to wonder, “How does divorce mediation work?” The truth…
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How Do I Know If I Will Get Alimony in my Maryland Divorce?
August 14th, 2023
When a couple has been married and lived together for many years, it is not uncommon that one spouse will provide more financial support for the household than the other. When the marriage relationship breaks down, it can be challenging for the finan…
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Changes Are Coming to Maryland Divorce Laws
July 31st, 2023
The way Maryland residents get divorced will change this fall. The state legislature has passed new Maryland divorce laws that eliminate the state’s “limited divorce” procedure, and change the wait-times, as well as the legal grounds parties mu…
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Handling Pensions in a Divorce
July 12th, 2023
Your pensions and retirement accounts may be your family’s most valuable asset. Especially if you are a renter or an older adult when your divorce is finalized, you may depend on your retirement accounts to provide for you in your old age, and to e…
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Categories: Divorce
Domestic Partnership, Civil Unions, and Property Problems in Maryland
June 28th, 2023
The number of people choosing to live together without going through a formal marriage is rising every year. But non-marriage alternatives like civil unions and domestic partnership are imperfect replacements for a legal marriage. Before you decide t…
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Categories: Family & Relationships
