Earnings withholding orders, also known as wage garnishment, are useful for enforcing child support orders. When a parent fails to pay child support or falls behind on their payments, you can seek a wage withholding order to ensure that child support payments arrive...
Certain lifestyle changes prompt parents to request the modification of their existing child custody order. A common situation family courts encounter in these cases is a parent’s relocation. Typically, if it is the noncustodial parent who is moving, there are few to...
Divorce is undoubtedly a complex and emotionally taxing process, and the division of assets is often one of the most contentious aspects. In Maryland, the law requires an equitable distribution of marital assets. This means that the court divides the assets fairly but...
Many older adults living in Maryland and across the nation have concerns about having enough saved for retirement, and if you recently went through a divorce, you may feel especially worried about this stage of life. It is common for your retirement savings to take a...
Divorce can pose many new challenges for the entire family, especially when it coincides with a significant life transition like college preparation. As a parent, it is essential to provide support and guidance to help your kids navigate this new chapter successfully....
The CDC reported that in 2022, the divorce rate in Maryland was 2.4 divorces for every 1,000 residents. Many of those divorces involved alimony. Alimony often comes into play in divorce proceedings to minimize any unfair financial effects one party might face. If you...
Going through puberty is one of the most awkward and uncomfortable experiences we navigate as we enter adulthood. Adolescent children are managing surges in hormones, changing social circles, and the growth of their bodies. Add in parents who just announced they are...
The process of divorce introduces many changes and challenges. If you have children, one thing you need to consider is child custody, particularly during holidays. Holidays hold special significance for families, making them a hot topic in custody discussions. When...
Change is not always easy, and divorce in particular can completely upend your life. You might worry about how you will raise your children with your ex. A solid custody agreement may put you at ease, though it is possible that at some point you will have to return to...
Divorce changes many aspects of family life, including the way parents handle financial responsibilities for their children. One of these responsibilities is paying for extracurricular activities. These activities, whether sports, music lessons or academic clubs, are...
