The responsibility you and your ex have towards your children does not end after divorce. Taking good care of children is costly, and sometimes we cannot afford those expenses on our own, which is why child support orders exist. The total amount that a parent will...
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6 tips for parenting in challenging times
The last 15 months have been a challenging time for parents. Many have had to juggle helping children learn from home on top of their normal work duties amid the ongoing health crisis. Plus, they have had to navigate more than a year of how to keep their children...
What to do before a custody hearing
If you share a child with a former partner, it may be possible to obtain custody of that son or daughter. It might be possible to receive sole custody of a child, but Maryland law generally prefers that custody be split between both parents. Take a look at what you...
Similar yet different: key characteristics of military divorce
Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard – active and retired servicemembers from all these military branches reside in substantial numbers across Maryland. The state has a long and proud tradition of state residents with service ties as current members or...
What to keep mind as you prepare for asset division in divorce
Making sure you don’t receive the short end of the stick is probably one of your main priorities during the divorce process. And that often starts with a just division of marital assets. To ensure you receive a fair outcome through the property division process, you...
What you can do to ease divorce difficulties for your child
The divorce process comes with plenty of moving parts. From dividing your assets to ending a chapter in your life, you will have a lot on your plate. But, as a parent, it’s essential to consider the emotions and well-being of your children as you transition into a new...
The stigma surrounding divorce seems unwarranted
Is the social stigma that still surrounds divorce powerful enough to prevent some people from ending their marriage? Is that same stigma outdated? The response to both questions, as the Magic 8-Ball response states, is “it is decidedly so.” Anecdotal evidence that...
Will parallel parenting solve your co-parenting issues?
The fact of the matter is that co-parenting isn't for everyone. Some relationships are simply too fraught with conflict to work together. Just because you and the other parent can't have an amicable relationship right now doesn't mean you can't help your children...
It’s possible to make a difficult co-parenting relationship work
When you make the choice to divorce, you probably wonder what this will mean for your children. Will they make it through this difficult process without major emotional wounds? Can you protect the relationship you have with your kids? These are all important...
Maryland divorce: What constitutes unfit parenting?
Making the decision to divorce may be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. It's common for such a decision to spark many lifestyle changes and challenges, especially regarding your children, if you're a parent. Many issues stem from child-related...
