Gray divorce is a growing trend describing couples aged 50 and over who choose to divorce. While the trend is increasing nationwide for several reasons, it presents challenges and problems unique to this demographic. Below are three common errors often seen in gray...
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How to divide assets in a Maryland divorce?
Going through a divorce is a complicated situation. No one plans a wedding, lives with another person and has children, thinking marriage will end. Unfortunately, it's more common than it seems, and it leads to several important situations to consider. First, the...
Dividing a business in a Maryland divorce
When you're facing a divorce in Maryland and own a business, you're dealing with not just the end of a marriage but also the complex task of dividing a significant asset. The first step is identifying all assets, categorizing them as marital or non-marital, and then...
How divorce mediation works
Divorce mediation can provide estranged couples in Maryland and throughout the country an opportunity to settle issues without going to court. Those who go through mediation will work with a neutral party who will help to facilitate a conversation. Hopefully, that...
Divorce and your art collection
Couples who own fine art, collectibles and antiques can accumulate a significant amount over the course of a marriage. These items can make up a considerable portion of marital property and, as such, are subject to an equitable division in divorce. Steps to protect...
Can you receive alimony before finalizing a divorce in Maryland?
In a marriage, it's not uncommon for one spouse to have more wealth than the other. During the divorce process, courts often award alimony or spousal support when they see a financial disparity between spouses. This financial assistance can be a lifeline for the...
What is a QDRO?
Couples going through divorce in Maryland encounter many emotions as they navigate many steps. Sometimes, even the terms involved with those steps can seem daunting. One of those terms is a qualified domestic relations order (QDRO). A QDRO is necessary for splitting...
Is your marital home considered marital property in a divorce?
The fate of the marital home usually takes center stage during a divorce. After all, it is where you and your spouse lived together for several years, and you probably never expected to lose or leave it. The classification of the marital home is commonly marital...
Alimony: When and how it’s determined in Maryland divorces
If you are considering a divorce, you might be wrestling with questions about your financial stability afterward. You might wonder if you could request financial support, especially if you anticipate economic challenges. In Maryland, alimony is a potential source of...
The dissipation of marital assets during a divorce
You and your spouse finally agree to an uncontested divorce. Now, all that is left for you to do is to divide your marital property equitably. An equitable division of marital property ensures neither spouse is at a financial disadvantage after the divorce. It is...