Discovery is one of the first events to occur in the divorce process, and the goal is to ensure that each party to the proceeding has enough information to negotiate an equitable settlement. In most cases, the process of exchanging information is an informal one....
Divorce
What is a QDRO, and when do you need one?
If you are contemplating filing for divorce in Maryland, you should consider how doing so can affect your retirement benefits. A qualified domestic relations order, otherwise known as a QDRO, is the legal term for a special type of court order used to divide...
Business owners should have a prenuptial agreement for protection
If you live in Maryland and own a business, you may face certain risks if you get married. For example, you could lose a part of the company and some control in the event that you get divorced. This is exactly where a prenuptial agreement can help you. What a...
The challenges of parenting from a distance after divorce
When Maryland parents are together with their children in one household, communication -- even when strained -- is fairly easy. When you and your spouse see your kids every day, you will both know when there are ailments, when they had haircuts, how they are doing at...
Maryland family law: What role does the court play?
Getting a divorce is not what it once was. The process has evolved over the last few years, and those who are going through a divorce in Maryland have a number of options. Having a basic understanding of these options before or just after filing for a divorce can help...