Divorce is a common fact of life. In the United States alone, 39% of marriages end in divorce. A high rate yet down from 50% in the early 1980s. The process of a divorce is hard on everyone involved, especially children. But sometimes it is a necessary course of action. There are many reasons for… Continue reading Young with Little Assets? Why a Prenuptial Agreement with Little Assets Is Still Relevant
When it comes to putting up bookshelves, making over furniture, or refreshing a room, DIY can be a great option. Indeed, the appeal of DIYing anything is the money and the time it can save compared to when a professional completes the job. Unfortunately, many people also apply this logic to divorces, believing they can… Continue reading Why you should avoid DIY divorce, especially in a contested divorce.
District of Columbia child custody laws hold that both parents should have frequent contact with their children. Furthermore, any DC attorney from a district court will always act in the child’s best interests. While this is the case, DC courts can also deny you both the physical and legal custody of the children. Do you… Continue reading District of Columbia Child Custody Laws
90% of custody agreements are made without the need for a court ruling. Following a divorce, the court can award custody to one parent, both, or deny visitation to the non-custodial parent. Visitation is denied by the court when the non-custodial parent poses a threat to the children. Threats include abusive behavior, drug use, or… Continue reading When Can a Custodial Parent Deny Visitation?
The average American marriage lasts around 8 years and divorce rates fluctuate between 40 and 50%. Divorce can become a long and expensive process with the average proceedings costing between $4,000 and $12,000. This expense can increase based upon extraneous legal proceedings such as child custody arrangements or item discovery. Because of this, the process… Continue reading What is an Uncontested Divorce in Maryland?
Separation and divorce is an emotional, time-consuming, and costly procedure. The effects of divorce can be further exacerbated when children are involved. Although 90% of custody agreements are made without the need for a court ruling, you may find that you need legal help. The legal details of child custody can be complex and are… Continue reading What is the Most Common Child Custody Arrangement?
Prenuptial agreements are private agreements that couples make before signing marriage documents. They set out the division of their assets in the event of a divorce further down the road. Prenuptial agreements, however, aren’t the same in every state. Each territory has its own rules regarding prenuptial proceedings in the event that the couple decide… Continue reading What should I look out for to ensure that my rights are protected in a prenuptial agreement?
The cost of a divorce varies depending on the issues involved and whether the divorce disputes can be resolved without a lengthy court fight. In both Maryland and Washington DC, the spouses need to resolve the division of their marital property and whether any alimony should be awarded. If there are children, then the parents… Continue reading The Cost of Divorce in Maryland and DC
The uncertainties brought by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have left many parents with more questions than answers regarding the safety of their children. Knowing what information is the most up-to-date or not has made the vaccination roll-out create debate across the nation, including in family law courts throughout Maryland and D.C. Parents only want to… Continue reading How Vaccinations are Impacting Divorce and Custody Issues During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Divorce, no matter how amicable, frequently involves moments of frustration and financial worry. Couples going through a divorce in Maryland or Washington D.C. also have the stress of their assets being divided equitably. Unlike community property states, where everything is distributed 50/50, equitable division does not mean equal. If you and your spouse have significant… Continue reading High Networth Individuals: What to Do When Getting Divorced
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