If you live in Catonsville or the greater Baltimore area, you may be part of a unique workforce. The DMV region is home to a high concentration of dedicated state and federal employees. For these households, a pension is often the single most valuable asset in the...
Life changes quickly after a divorce, and you may eventually need to move for a new job or to be closer to family. As of Oct. 1, 2025, Maryland updated its custody laws to provide clearer rules on how these moves affect your legal arrangements. Defining...
Families in Catonsville and throughout Maryland take many forms. Often, the person a child relies on most for daily care and emotional support is not their biological parent. You might be a stepparent, a grandparent or a long-term partner serving as a primary...
Maryland implemented a significant statutory change in late 2025 regarding child custody decisions. For decades, judges relied on old court cases to determine where your child will reside after a divorce. As of Oct. 1, a formal "list of factors" became effective,...
Child support helps ensure that children can continue to receive financial support from both of their parents even after they decide to separate or divorce. By staying committed to their child support obligations, the parents can raise their children in a stable and...
Your dog greets you at the door every day. Your cat sleeps on your bed every night. During a divorce, you may wonder what happens to the pets you love. Maryland law treats this question differently than you might expect. How Maryland courts view pets in divorce...
As you embrace life after divorce and start to re-open yourself to new opportunities, you must also ensure that you reclaim your former name. This step not only helps represent the end of your marriage but also makes you feel more aligned with your own identity. In...
Without a doubt, divorce can change your financial life. This is why you need to protect what you’ve worked hard to earn and build. During this challenging time, understanding how you can protect your assets becomes essential. Additionally, many people entering...
Prenuptial agreements are generally enforceable in the state of Maryland if you follow specific rules and avoid some legal pitfalls. Knowing the key requirements and legal limitations of these contracts can help you decide if a prenup is the right choice. It also...
Divorce is stressful. It’s even harder when a business is part of the things that need to be divided up. A company is often more than income–it may represent years of hard work, late nights, and sacrifice. In Maryland, it’s up to the courts to decide how to handle a...