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...
Divorce
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...
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...
Don’t let divorce divide your inheritance
Commonly, individuals receive some form of inheritance during their lives. The inherited property could come in the form of physical assets or monetary funds directly bequeathed to the heir. Though you may appreciate the fact that a loved one left you part of his or...
Holidays and divorce: How to avoid conflict
You may have already noticed stores gearing up for the holiday season ahead. Perhaps you're among those who like to get ready as early as possible to avoid the stress and chaos that often accompany last-minute preparations.If you also happen to be going through a...
School is back! Three tips for the recently divorced.
Parents across the country are counting down the days until school is back in session. Although parents everywhere may be excited that their children are headed back to the classroom, some find themselves in new territory.For some parents, this may be the first year...
How to avoid child custody conflicts over summer vacation
Now that summer is here and school has ended for most, many parents are planning vacations and excursions to take advantage of the warm weather. While summer vacations are always exciting to plan, the process can also be stressful. This is especially true for...