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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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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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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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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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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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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It takes two people to be married, but only one person to be divorced. The breakdown of the marriage relationship doesn’t always feel the same to both parties. Often one spouse is ready for a divorce before the other. When that happens, your spouse…
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Getting a divorce means separating your ex-spouse from every part of your life: your home, your finances, and your future. But if you changed your name after the wedding, you could be carrying a part of them with you every time you pull out your ID o…
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The time between when you decide to get a divorce and when you are actually divorced can be emotional, stressful, and financially challenging. The choices you make while waiting to be divorced can significantly increase the costs of pending litigatio…
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Divorce takes time. It is complicated to untangle two people’s lives. When those two people have children together, the process can become even longer. Understanding the timeline for a Maryland divorce can help you make an appropriate plan for your…
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