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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.
The Impact of Divorce on Adult Children
February 7th, 2023
When couples wait to get divorced “for the children” it sets the family up for a gray divorce, and forces their now-adult children to deal with a family divided. The impact on adult children of divorce or A.C.O.D. should not be underestimated or…
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Categories: Divorce
Relationship Advice From a Maryland Divorce Attorney
January 31st, 2023
You may think that as a divorce lawyer, I am waiting for your marriage to fail. I’m not. But I have seen the results of many unsuccessful marriages and relationships. Here are some marriage tips and relationship advice from a Maryland divorce attor…
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Categories: Family & Relationships
How Parental Alienation Affects the Parent-Child Relationship
January 4th, 2023
In high-conflict family situations, it can often feel like your former spouse or partner will say or do anything to undermine you. It might feel impossible to overcome the interference you face from your co-parent or their family. But is that truly …
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Dealing with Multiple Family Law Cases at Once
December 30th, 2022
One family law case can be stressful and time-consuming enough, but if you have multiple family law cases pending at the same time, it could be expensive and involve overlapping issues. Understanding how to deal with multiple family law cases can hel…
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Categories: Family Law
Does Alimony Stop if I Start Living with Someone New?
December 9th, 2022
If your budget depends on receiving a monthly alimony payment from your ex-spouse, moving forward with your life can be difficult. When a new romantic relationship starts to get serious, the decisions you make can affect when and how you will stop re…
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Categories: Divorce
What to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist
November 30th, 2022
No divorce is easy, but when divorcing a narcissist, there are additional concerns that you and your divorce attorney must address. Knowing how narcissism works and what to expect when divorcing a narcissist can be important to setting your expectati…
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7 Tips For Blended Family Success
November 4th, 2022
After a divorce or custody battle, it may be tempting to move on quickly and form a new romantic relationship. But when that relationship advances to the point of living together, things can get more complicated. Successfully creating a blended famil…
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Categories: Family & Relationships
How Does Divorce Affect Social Security Benefits?
October 31st, 2022
Many Maryland families depend on government social security benefits and social security disability insurance payments to pay their bills. When those families fall apart, it may be hard to understand where those payments will go. You may have questio…
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Step-Parent, Grandparent and New Partner’s Role in Custody Cases
October 4th, 2022
Custody cases generally center on disputes between a child’s primary parents – mothers and fathers. In custody disputes, the involvement of third parties can change the dynamic and often make things more complicated. Step-parents, grandparent…
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Categories: Custody
Dealing with Your Spouse's Anger During Divorce
September 27th, 2022
Divorce is a highly emotional time for everyone involved, triggering sadness, grief, and anger for both parties. Having a plan for dealing with your spouse’s anger during divorce, and coping with your own, can help you reduce conflict and bring you…
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Categories: Divorce
