Divorce, custody, separations, and child access issues could be challenging, long and daunting for most people. The court process in Maryland is usually a long process between when a Complaint is filed and the conclusion of the divorce case. Parties may need a temporary resolution from the court to resolve immediate issues regarding child access, alimony, and day to day needs before the final resolution of the divorce case.
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Maryland is one of many states that has set guidelines for how child support is awarded. The Child Support Guidelines are designed to help ensure equity and fairness and make sure that children have the financial support that they need to thrive. When you are potentially going to be paying or awarded child support, it’s important that you understand how the payment is calculated.
Getting a divorce can be an incredibly stressful, emotional situation. Unfortunately, that can lead you to do things and make decisions that you would not normally make otherwise. Working with an attorney is one way to make sure that you are doing things that are the best for you and your family. What are some of the financial mistakes that individuals make during the divorce process?
When considering moving forward with the adoption process, it’s obviously important to have a crystal-clear understanding of your rights as a prospective parent. To help you understand whether adoption is the best choice for you and your family, we will outline key rights you will have as the birth parent of an adopted child.
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When an individual is going through a divorce, there are many personal and financial details that must be ironed out between each partner before the split is finalized. When couples with children are preparing to split, one of those critical details is child support logistics. Both parents are required to support their children after divorce in the state of Maryland, but how is child support obligation actually calculated?
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Divorce is a nuanced, and often lengthy process that will ultimately lead to the dissolution of your marriage. After the dust settles, the last thing you’ll want to discover is that a financial mistake or oversight could affect your financial situation for years to come. As such, let’s go over the most common mistakes individuals make throughout the divorce process.
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If asked to picture the divorce process, what would you imagine? Most people think of a court setting overseen by a judge who determines the outcomes of critical decisions like alimony, child support/ custody, and property division. While divorce court may be common, it’s worth keeping in mind that there are several alternatives that may be better suited for your family’s needs.
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