Are schools safe for children whose parents are going through a contested custody case? Now that schools are back in full swing, children are fully immersed with their friends, their classes, and additional activities. All of a sudden, their parents are no longer together. What’s worse is that
Alimony And The New Tax Law
If you expect to be paying alimony to an ex-spouse in the near future, or are currently paying alimony and are looking to modify your existing agreement, Congress’ recently passed tax reform bill has a word of advice for you: Act fast or lose deductibility! Under previous conditions, any spouse
How To Appeal Your Divorce Case In Maryland
You just lost your family law case. It might have been about custody, alimony, child support, assets, or any other aspect of family law. But you are angry and don’t know what to do next. Should you appeal? Is there any chance of winning? Should you ask the judge to reconsider? Is there more than
Custody, Visitation, and Parenting Plans
If you have ever been part of a custody and visitation matter, you know that there is often confusion. “Who gets Halloween this year?” “What time does the Labor Day vacation begin and end?” “If I am off for a Federal holiday and school is closed but the other parent is working, can I see my
Financial Upsides Of Divorce
If you believe that separation and divorce are imminent for you, you likely know a lot of the negatives to expect. I would like to spend a few minutes talking about the potential positive effects of divorce. Top 6 Financial Benefits Of Getting A Divorce Right now, you are probably thinking
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Holiday Visitation Problems
So many of us get to enjoy the holiday season: great music, everyone in wonderful moods, fabulous cooking, and families spending time together. I wish everyone had it this good. Anyone who does not live with the co-parent of their child or children knows that the scenario above rarely applies
How Are Wedding Gifts Divided After A Divorce?
The shorter the marriage, the more wedding gifts exist that have not yet been integrated into the household. Sometimes, wedding gifts hold more meaning for one spouse than another, like china and stemware. Who gets what? How does it get divided? What if your spouse just takes it all? What To
Custody And Relocation: What You Need To Know Now
You have primary physical custody of your child or children. And now you want to move. Or you need to move for work. Or you have re-married, and your spouse’s new job requires you to move. Perhaps the other parent has been harassing you. Threatening you. Abusing you. What is the
