Recently, six members of the House of Representatives, led by Representative Reid Ribble (R - WI), introduced the Save Our Social Security Act (also known as the S.O.S. Act). Key provisions of the Act, with my thoughts, are outlined below. Although the Act may not pass in the near future, it begins
How Are Stock Options Divided During A Divorce?
From time to time, Milstein Family Law likes to include valuable information from other financial professionals. This one comes from Gregory E. Gann, Esq., a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, answering the question, "how are stock options divided during a divorce?". A Look Into How Stocks Are
Top Ten Do’s and Don’ts When Representing a Self-Employed Client in a Support Case
From time to time, I re-publish great Do's and Don'ts lists in the field of family law. Here is one regarding income from a self-employed individual. Child support is calculated based upon income. When someone is self-employed, the calculation becomes a great deal more complex, as illustrated
The New Maryland Divorce Law On Social Security
Based on a case argued by Harry Siegel and Lindsay Stanton of Milstein Family Law, the Maryland Court of Appeals will now require trial judges to consider divorcing parties' social security benefits as a factor before determining monetary awards. This forever changes how all Maryland divorce
Milstein Family Law Continues To Set Standards in Maryland Divorce Law
On July 19, 2016, the Maryland Court of Appeals issued a highly anticipated Opinion, requiring trial judges to consider divorcing parties' actual or anticipated social security benefits as a FL 8-205(b) factor before determining whether to grant a monetary award to adjust the equities and rights of
How A Divorce Financial Expert Can Help You During Your Divorce
Going through a divorce includes a huge emotional component. Often, litigants forget that they need to cast aside their anger, fear and other emotions, and get down to the business of learning their finances to prepare for their financial future. These can be daunting issues, but never fear, you
How Does A Judge Want You To Act During Your Divorce- For The Man
Men feel that they get a bad rap in the divorce process. Judges favor moms for custody. Men get hit with high child support and alimony awards. Why does she get half of my retirement? I hear this all the time. To maximize your chance of a better outcome, you truly need to get to a highly
Is Mediation for Us?
The following blog includes an excerpt from our friends at AFCC, the international leaders in family law leaders. Harry Siegel sits on the Board of the Maryland Chapter of AFCC. Separation and divorce will bring both emotional and physical changes for families. When couples separate, they need to
