During a divorce proceeding, a lower-earning spouse may be entitled to rehabilitative or indefinite alimony. Generally, the spouse with higher income may be ordered to pay spousal support to the lower-earning spouse. Alimony awards are enforceable by the court, particularly if the alimony award is incorporated in a judgment of divorce and marital settlement agreement. However, some…
A Maryland high net income divorce can be complex due to the need for assessments of child support, alimony, monetary award, and high-value property division. If handled incorrectly, a Maryland high net income divorce could potentially cost you thousands of dollars. Maryland is an equitable distribution state, meaning that your assets and income will be…
If you have questions about marital property distribution in Maryland, consulting with an experienced Maryland divorce attorney can help you understand Maryland law and help protect your retirement interests. Understanding Marital Property and and Non-Marital Property in Prince George’s County, Maryland and Montgomery County, Maryland During a divorce, marital property distribution Maryland law separates property into two…
Any legal case can be draining, but if a judge ruled against you after considerable time, stress, and expense, it can be especially difficult. If you believe your Maryland judge is wrong in your case, don’t give up hope! Maryland law provides you with at least four different options that may help you obtain a…
Prior to 2015, Maryland couples who mutually agreed to file for divorce were required to wait one year before filing—even if the parties agreed on all major aspects of the divorce, such as property division and alimony. The archaic requirement of living apart for 365 days prior to filing caused the Maryland divorce process to…