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The Benefits of Therapy During and After Divorce

Divorce is life-changing — and the emotional toll it takes on you can be significant. You may be feeling a variety of emotions, including anger, sadness, grief, guilt, and confusion. While your divorce attorney can help to guide you through the leg… Read More
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What is an Order of Default in a Maryland Divorce?

What is an Order of Default in a Maryland Divorce? If your spouse is missing or refuses to participate in a divorce action that you have commenced, you may be wondering whether it is possible to legally end your marriage. Importantly, the courts have… Read More
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Understanding the Collaborative Divorce Process, Part 1: What it is and How it Works

Divorce can often be challenging, emotionally overwhelming, and stressful. However, it’s important to understand that litigation in the courtroom isn’t the only way to divorce in Maryland. The collaborative divorce process is an alternative dispu… Read More
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Maryland Residency Requirements for Filing for Divorce

If you are considering parting ways with your spouse, you may be wondering what the Maryland divorce residency requirements are. Although Maryland allows for no-fault divorce — which means that you do not need to prove anyone was at fault for the m… Read More
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A Step-by-Step Overview of Divorce Mediation, Part 3: What Happens After the Divorce Mediation Process?

Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution that empowers you and your spouse to make decisions about the outcome of your case out of court. However, once you and your spouse have reached an agreement, there are still additional steps that… Read More
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After Divorce: Taking Steps to Rebuild Your Life

Whether you were married for two years or two decades, starting over after divorce can feel overwhelming and stressful. While the legal process is over, you might be wondering where to start rebuilding your life. It’s important to be patient with y… Read More
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A Step-by-Step Overview of Divorce Mediation, Part 2: How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation

If you’re thinking about parting ways with your spouse, divorce mediation can offer numerous advantages over the traditional litigation process. For instance, it can allow you to part ways cost-effectively, peacefully, and amicably for the benefit… Read More
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Strategies to Minimize Conflict in Your Divorce

When a marriage is ending, emotions will usually run high. However, reducing the contentiousness in your case can save you time and money that would otherwise be spent on lengthy and drawn-out litigation. By implementing certain strategies in your ca… Read More
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A Step-by-Step Overview of Divorce Mediation, Part 1: What to Expect

Divorce can be a stressful, costly, and lengthy process. If you’re considering parting ways with your spouse, it’s important to understand that litigation isn’t the only option — mediation is an alternative that can allow you to divorce cost-… Read More
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Understanding the Divorce Litigation Process in Maryland: Part 3

Divorce can be an emotional and lengthy process. As your case proceeds through the court system, there are a number of litigation phases before trial. Importantly, you and your spouse can reach a settlement out of court at any time during the litigat… Read More
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