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Collaborative Divorce: A Holistic Approach to Conscious Uncoupling

It is often said that within a divorce there are three unique separations that must each be addressed: (1) legal separation, (2) emotional separation, and (3) financial separation. The Collaborative Divorce model, sometimes called Collaborative Law o… Read More
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How Do I Prepare for a Divorce Deposition?

Testifying under oath can be a stressful experience. For many people, a divorce deposition is the first – sometimes only – time they will be cross examined by an attorney. That’s enough to make anyone nervous. Here are some tips for how to prep… Read More
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Choosing the Best Divorce Lawyer for Your Case

When you go to court about something as important as family, you want to know you can trust the attorney standing beside you. Choosing the best divorce lawyer for your case isn’t just a matter of reading online reviews or looking at an attorney’s… Read More
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The Impact of Divorce on Adult Children

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… Read More
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How Parental Alienation Affects the Parent-Child Relationship

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 … Read More
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Does Alimony Stop if I Start Living with Someone New?

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… Read More
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What to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist

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… Read More
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How Does Divorce Affect Social Security Benefits?

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… Read More
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Dealing with Your Spouse's Anger During Divorce

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… Read More
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What Happens if My Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers?

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… Read More
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