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Making the decision to file for divorce is only the first step in the process. Once you know you want to file, you will have to begin working through the legal system to end up at the final hearing where the judge ends your marriage. According to Maryland Courts, the...
Dividing assets and debts during a divorce may prove one of the most contentious parts of the process. If you believe something is off with your spouse's financial submissions, you may want to delve deeper. Some spouses decide that trying to conceal assets before and...
Divorcing parents must take care of their mental health along with their shared child's mental well-being. Mothers and fathers may feel helpless as they watch their children struggle to adjust. Child Mind Institute explains tips for guiding children through divorce....
To get a child support order, you have to have two parents, but sometimes one parent is absent. If this is your situation and you cannot find the other parent to serve him or her with the court order, it can make your case a bit complicated. The Department of Human...
A home purchased during your marriage becomes part of your shared marital property. Maryland's equitable distribution laws require divorcing couples to divide jointly owned properties fairly between them. As noted on the MDCourts.gov website, the court may order you...
Divorce is rarely easy, but few people realize just how difficult asset division can be until they try to do it themselves. Without a doubt, figuring out how to split up belongings can be one of the most challenging aspects of parting ways with your spouse. If you...
Preparing for retirement requires careful planning and preparation. When a divorce interferes with your plans, you may feel like you are back at square one. Rebuilding your retirement plan may take time, but starting right away can minimize the risks of your divorce...
A divorce may bring a tide of worry and woes, but the life change does not have to be all bad news. Sometimes, divorce offers benefits you may not realize. U.S. News and World Report explore the monetary advantages of dissolving a marriage. Make sure you do not miss...
A person can hear it in court or find it in custody papers. The "best interest of the child" is a phrase courts use to acknowledge that the decisions made and agreed to will help provide the child with the essential needs to live a stable, healthy and happy life. All...
Do you worry about how you will support yourself financially after divorce? Perhaps you left the workforce to raise children or help your spouse pursue higher education, affecting your own earning potential. If this situation sounds familiar, review the answers to...
