When you are considering marriage, you may not have protecting your property interests on your mind. However, when contemplating a divorce, it is crucial that you understand property division in order to protect your assets. What is Marital v. Non-Marital Property in Prince George’s County, Maryland and Montgomery County, Maryland? Maryland is an equitable distribution state,…
Discovery is the process of gathering documents and information leading up to a trial. One of the most important elements of discovery, in your family litigation toolkit, is the subpoena. By using a subpoena, you and your attorney can obtain the vital information you’ll need to build your case. What is a Subpoena in Montgomery…
In a civil proceeding, such as a custody or divorce case, you or the opposing party may decide to propound discovery. Discovery is the process of gathering potentially relevant information, and providing that information to the opposing party. The relevant information could be the names of witnesses, witness statements, photos, bank statements, or reports prepared…
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…