Divorce and Family Law Practice Areas

At the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, we focus exclusively on divorce and family law, providing compassionate, strategic representation to clients across Maryland. Whether you’re facing divorce, child custody, support issues, or other family matters, our team is here to guide you through every step with clarity and care. From prenuptial agreements to post-divorce modifications, we represent clients in a wide range of family law matters and invite you to explore our practice areas to learn how we can help.

Alimony

When you are considering a divorce, a lot can depend on whether you know you’ll have the financial means to support yourself while you are separated, and after the divorce is final. Alimony in Maryland can help, but it isn’t awarded in every case… Read More

Child Support

Under Maryland law, both parents must financially support their child, regardless of marital status. While child support helps to ensure that the noncustodial parent contributes financially to their child’s well-being, it’s not uncommon for issue… Read More

Collaborative Law

Maryland Collaborative Divorce Attorney Divorce is not only a legal process, but it is also an emotional and financial transition. While courtroom litigation may focus on equitable division of your assets, as well as application of the law as it rela… Read More

LGBTQ+ Family Law

At the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, we proudly serve clients of all family configurations. LGBTQ+ individuals and couples face the same family law challenges as anyone else — divorce, custody, support, and more — and in some cases, they face a… Read More

Custody

For parents who are getting a divorce or who have never been married, child custody is a primary concern. The thought of having a court decide where your child will live, and who will make important decisions for them, can be very stressful. At the L… Read More

Parental Relocation

When a parent wants to move away from the area with a child after a separation or divorce, it can create significant legal challenges. Whether you are the parent seeking to relocate or the parent trying to prevent a move that would affect parenting t… Read More

Divorce

If you are considering divorce, it’s important to know what to expect—and to choose the right help to navigate the legal process. When you look for a lawyer to represent you in your divorce, it’s helpful to consider an attorney’s knowledge of… Read More

Post-Divorce Modifications

When a divorce is finalized, the court’s orders reflect your family’s circumstances at the time that the order is entered. But, life changes. Maryland law recognizes that certain terms of a divorce decree may need to change too. If there has… Read More

High Asset Divorce

Divorce is never simple — but when a marriage involves significant assets, it becomes even more complex. The identification, valuation, and division of marital property requires careful analysis and experienced legal representation. Without the rig… Read More

Domestic Violence and Protective Orders

If you or your children are in danger, getting the right legal protection is the most important step you can take. Maryland law provides tools to help victims of domestic violence seek safety, and the courts take these matters seriously. At the Law O… Read More

Marital Property

Separating from your spouse means dividing up the family’s assets and property, including everything from sentimental holiday decorations to substantial retirement investments. Understanding how the division of marital property in Maryland works ca… Read More

Mediation

You and your spouse or co-parent know the needs of your family better than anyone else — including a judge. Unfortunately, it’s often difficult for couples to communicate and negotiate well enough on their own to arrive at an agreement about chil… Read More

Mutual Consent Divorce

You and your spouse both know it is time to go your separate ways. Divorce is inevitable, but you don’t think either is specifically at fault for the break-up of the marriage. Under Maryland mutual consent divorce laws, your marriage can be dissolv… Read More

Prenuptial Agreement

Many people are familiar with the concept of prenuptial agreements from what they may have read about in magazines or seen on television. However, these contracts aren’t only for the wealthy and famous. While prenups can help protect your assets wh… Read More

Separation Agreement

Maryland does not recognize the marital status, “legally separated” — spouses are either married or divorced. However, it may be a good idea for couples who have made the decision to live apart in anticipation of divorce to draft a separation a… Read More