Family Law
Maryland and DC Separation Agreement Lawyers
Family Law
Maryland and DC Separation Agreement Lawyers
FAMILY LAW
WILLS AND ESTATE PLANNNING
LEGAL GUARDIANSHIPS
When considering divorce, one of the biggest challenges is your family splitting apart into separate households. This process takes more than simply dividing everything down the middle and calling it even, but instead, a carefully planned separation agreement. Not only will it help clarify expectations in the future as far as your role and responsibilities in the marriage, but it can lay the groundwork for a smoother divorce proceeding in the future.
The separation agreement attorneys at The Law Office of Thomas Stahl have assisted Maryland and DC families in creating a peaceful negotiation process that helps ease marital dissolution stress. Our team is eager to assist you in any way possible when transitioning away from a single family unit. We use our extensive knowledge of family law to ensure all the bases are covered in any agreement you enter into.
The Basics of a Marital Separation Agreement
- Division of marital property and debt
- Health insurance
- Parenting time and visitation
- Taxes
- Alimony
- Child Support
- Allocation of your matrimonial home
- Pension and retirement issues
Why You Might Need a Separation Agreement
- One or both of you decide that a break in the relationship would be beneficial.
- You plan to pursue a divorce on the grounds of one-year separation or mutual consent.
- Your marriage is suffering, and you want to move out without the court treating your leaving as desertion.
Is Mediation an Easier Way to Create a Separation Agreement?
Separation agreements often require mediation between both parties and their personal divorce counsel, who help them settle areas of dispute to reach a divorce settlement they can mutually agree to. This phase of negotiation requires a skilled divorce lawyer who not only looks out for the best interests of you and your children but has an in-depth understanding of what makes it valid.
Even if you are willing to give your spouse everything they ask for, if the family court finds it is unfairly biased to benefit them, the judge may find it is invalid. This is especially true when it comes to matters of child custody and support. Having our highly experienced attorney by your side means that you will not have to worry about questionable provisions jeopardizing a smooth separation process.
Should you not reach a negotiated settlement, litigation may be necessary to resolve any outstanding disputes. This can cause delays in your separation and divorce process, as well as increased legal fees and additional stress to you and your family. These situations are why our firm works hard to find a mutually acceptable agreement that allows you both to move forward with your lives after marriage.
Learn More About Separation Agreements
The Law Office of Thomas Stahl prioritizes and protects our clients’ individual needs as they go through a marital separation or divorce process. You do not want to endure a drawn-out process that could take years to settle, and we make it our priority to help you take advantage of compromises that will benefit you in the long run. With over 13 years of divorce law practice, our firm can advise you on how decisions you make today could affect you tomorrow and help you navigate these tough choices. Contact us today at (410) 696-4326 or (202) 964-7280 to learn more about our family law services or schedule a consultation through our website.
