The old trope of two people waking up without remembering the previous night’s events and finding out that they are married may be sitcom gold but can be a real-life nightmare. In Maryland, if you have gotten married without being in your right state of mind, it may be anything but a laughing matter and…
Often, after a final protective order is entered, the parties may attempt to reconcile their broken relationship. Parties may enter into informal agreements that are directly contrary to “stay away” or “no contact” provisions in their restraining order. If for some reason the reconciliation does not work, and the parties find themselves at odds again,…
In Maryland, many parents understand the value in ensuring their children receive a post-secondary education. Today’s job market is intensely competitive, and anyone without at least some post-high school education or training is usually at a significant disadvantage. Even if you expect your child to pursue a trade rather than a college degree, you probably…
Going through a divorce is likely putting a lot of stress on you and your family. Throughout the process you and your spouse have to gather a substantial amount of information about all of your assets, accounts, habits, and choices. In Maryland family law cases, the process of gathering evidence is known as discovery and…
Throughout your life, you may have acquired various assets and property. If you have been married for several years, it is likely that a significant portion of your assets may be marital property. Marital property typically includes property acquired during the marriage regardless of which spouse purchased the asset, and regardless of which spouse is…