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For various reasons, including religious concerns, health insurance concerns, pension and social security benefits, and even a desire to eventually reconcile, couples in troubled relationships may opt for legal separation rather than divorce. To help you through the process, we’ve compiled a list of five important facts about legal separations in Maryland. There’s No Such […]

Many people are unaware of the potential risks associated with a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) estate plan and trust. A DIY estate plan is one that is created without the assistance of an estate planning attorney, and can result in a number of serious problems. Here, we will discuss the reasons why it is best to avoid […]

Child custody is one of the most contentious aspects of family law in Colorado. To settle these emotionally-charged disputes, the court will typically consider the child’s best interests when determining custody. This is why it’s crucial to have a Colorado child custody lawyer in your corner when the guardianship of your child is hanging in […]

A living trust is a legal document that allows you to manage your assets while you are still alive and to provide for the distribution of your assets after your death. It is a legal entity that can hold your assets for you in a trust account and is managed by a designated trustee. The […]

Nesting is a fairly new form of parenting arrangement that allows the children to stay in the family home while the parents take turns as the primary caretakers.

Divorce can be tricky, and sometimes spouses disappear before the court date. When this happens, your spouse fails to respond to an official complaint or ignores you filing for divorce. An important thing to keep in mind is if you get an attorney and ensure everything is in order on your end, even if your […]

Abandonment laws in Pennsylvania can have a significant impact on a child custody or divorce proceeding, particularly when it comes to the issue of desertion. In Pennsylvania, abandonment is defined as the willful desertion or neglect of a minor child by a parent or guardian, or the willful failure of a parent or guardian to […]

Divorce is a sad, frustrating experience for children. Two of the most important people in their young lives won’t be living together anymore, and that sucks. As a parent, you should do everything to ensure you save your kids from lifelong emotional wounds. I remember a client was telling me something. This was a long […]

There are several myths about divorce mediation. Below are seven common misconceptions we hear. Divorce Mediation Myth #1: Mediation is the best option for every divorcing couple. Mediation works for many divorcing couples, but not for some.  Mediation works best for spouses who are able to speak up for what’s important to them, and can […]

What is parental alienation? Children of divorce most want to maintain a healthy and strong relationship with both of their parents, and also to be shielded from their parents’ conflict. But some parents use children as a “bargaining chip” throughout the divorce process. Some parents, in an effort to be viewed as the “chosen” parent, […]