Divorce doesn’t just happen to a couple and their children. It can be a life-changing moment for friends and family who will have to adapt to the new normal following the divorce. When this happens, it is normal for loved ones to want to offer support to the family. Here are some guidelines for how …
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When navigating a fundamental change to the shape of their family, divorcing couples often wrestle with the impact on their kids. Deciding when and how to tell the kids about the coming transition to a new normal is one of the most important steps to divorce, as it can have a long-term impact on their …
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Every year, Bethesda Magazine invites readers, fans, and members of the community to vote on the Best of Bethesda. With categories ranging from pet trainer to private school, the Readers’ Poll is a comprehensive resource for anyone who needs just about anything in Bethesda. The poll for Best of Bethesda 2026 opens on August 4, …
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The end of a marriage often comes with difficult feelings for both spouses, which can add a layer of complexity to resolving the details of a divorce. Coming to an agreement on even the most minor issue can be impeded. While there is no way to control how your ex behaves or responds to your …
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Ending your marriage requires a legal divorce process, seeking to have a judge issue a formal divorce decree. In Maryland, there are a series of steps that you need to take to get to the decree. Many factors can impact the timing and complexity of your divorce case. However, some requirements cannot be bypassed. Understanding …
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Whether it’s a business you own and run or a home that has been in the family for generations, there are some possessions that you absolutely do not want to lose in a divorce. However, without paying close attention, a spouse can claim a right to the asset as part of the marital estate and …
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The journey of coming out—whether as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or another identity —can take decades, and during that time, a person may have tried to create a life for themselves as a heterosexual. When they finally do come to terms with their sexual orientation, it can be transformative and liberating, but it is a change …
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Family law cases bring our most intimate lives into direct exposure to the legal system, which can be challenging and traumatic even in the best of circumstances. To help make this exposure less difficult, experienced family law attorneys understand that respect and empathy are absolutely critical. In addition to diligence, training, experience, and expertise, an …
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Amidst the joy and activity of planning a wedding, couples confront whether to enter into a prenuptial agreement. It can feel cold and transactional to create a contract, but prenups offer many benefits, particularly to couples entering a second marriage. It is well worth exploring the option. Here are some issues to take into account: …
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When people marry, they commit to a united approach to life, which includes financial issues like taxes. Even couples who file taxes separately have to have some coordination for purposes of accurate filing. When marriage ends in divorce, the status quo is thrown into some turmoil, and it is well worth working with professionals with …
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