Maryland takes the rights of grandparents to see their grandchildren so seriously, it’s in the Family Law Code. This isn’t a limitless right, so it does not guarantee that a grandparent can go to court and win legal visitation. The constitution gives Maryland parents the benefit of the doubt when it comes to deciding what …
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You’ve made the decision that your marriage has run its course. With certain exceptions, by law divorce in Maryland requires that the couple live separate and apart for 12 months prior to filing for divorce. So this means someone has to move out of the marital home. When I do consultations with people considering a …
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When it comes to family law issues like divorce and custody, the stakes are high, and you want to have the best possible representation. But how do you know if you’ve found the champion who will see you through this difficult situation? It’s important to interview your attorney, and you shouldn’t hesitate to ask tough …
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In the most recent edition of Ask Lloyd, Coach Alex Ray joined Lloyd to talk about personal coaching. Coach Alex has developed a unique approach to developing self-confidence in his LGBTQIA+ clients, using coaching methods to help them work through insecurity and other life challenges. IN a wide-ranging conversation, Coach Alex and Lloyd talked about …
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In 2021, I started a series called Ask Lloyd to answer questions and take some of the mystery out of the law. Over the decades of work with clients, I have learned a lot about the common hopes, fears and questions that come up in family law. I’ve also learned about the best ways to …
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When the opinion in Obergefell v. Hodges was handed down by the Supreme Court in June of 2015 legalizing same-sex partnerships in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, it also solidified June as Pride Month for LGBTQ + individuals. With marriage equality, a new segment of the population could finally get married and …
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Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) in a spouse can exacerbate marital problems and cause a lot of pain. In my series on divorcing a narcissist, I have discussed the general characteristics of NPD and what to do before divorcing a narcissist. This third installment continues the discussion of characteristics of narcissism in spouses. An expert in personality disorders, Dr. Todd Grande, has …
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With over 25 years of experience practicing law in Maryland, Lloyd Malech has acquired a vast array of knowledge that he now wants to share with you. In his new “Ask Lloyd” series, he will take questions submitted to him at his email – lloyd@malechlaw.com. To protect the privacy of people asking questions and make …
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May is National Mental Health Awareness month, and it is a great time to remember that the stressors that led to divorce, the process itself and life after divorce each offer major challenges that can impact your mental health. According to Mimi Brodsky Kress, President of the National Alliance on Mental Illness – Montgomery …
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As a married couple, unless you had a well-crafted premarital agreement, you and your spouse jointly accumulated assets and debts that will be divided between you when the divorce is finalized. There are various financial issues to consider for this transition, most of which require you to take some affirmative steps to protect your interests …
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