In divorce, when it comes time to divide the accumulated marital assets, it is rarely as simple as adding everything up and dividing by half. Maryland divorce law operates under a principle of “equitable distribution,” which does not necessarily mean each spouse is entitled to half, and a judge can make different allocations depending on …
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Every parent has to plan their lives around the many vacations of their children. Whether it’s childcare, celebrations, or travel, planning for these times can present a real challenge. When a couple split up, the calculations can get even more complicated, especially when the parents are no longer getting along. The well-being of the children …
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New Year’s Resolutions rarely last the first month, so the end of January is a great time to work on your actual plans for the coming year. When reflecting on various parts of your life and identifying where to focus your energy and efforts, your marriage is a natural and important consideration. If your relationship …
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In Maryland, a divorce cannot be legal unless approved by a judge issuing a final divorce decree. While judges have a great deal of experience with the law, they do not know the personal needs and preferences of the individuals with the same depth they know themselves. For all intents and purposes, judges are total …
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As one of the most significant relationships ruptures a person can experience, divorce causes upheaval in all aspects of a person’s life. While the ultimate goal may be to improve one’s emotional and mental living situation, the divorce process impacts mental health. As a highly stressful and emotionally challenging experience, divorce can interrupt mental wellness …
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For better or worse, the holidays often inspire people to make major life changes, and this includes deciding divorce. Whether it’s the stress of the holidays accelerating a breaking point in a relationship or the realization that the feelings of joy and connection that are usually a part of the experience are missing, the heightened …
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In Maryland, married couples share much of their financial lives, including long-term planning for retirement. Divorce changes the economic and practical outlook for retirement, and it is critical to reexamine any existing retirement plan and assets to assess whether and how divorce will have an impact. Here are some key considerations and potential impacts of …
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You’ve managed to make a break from your narcissist ex, but if you have children together, you still have to deal with them and their behavior. Narcissists thrive on drama, which can continually retraumatize the children who are trying to adapt to a new normal. Maintaining healthy boundaries and adopting coping mechanisms can help, but …
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Are you safe? If you are experiencing domestic violence and you reside in Bethesda or elsewhere in Montgomery County, there are resources for immediate assistance. If this is an emergency call 911 or 240-773-5050. Domestic violence causes deep and lasting trauma to the victim and the rest of the family. When abuse is the reason …
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When a couple splits up, anger, blame, and hurt can cause one or both spouses to act negatively against the other. Whether true or not, accusations of abuse and other misconduct can occur. In addition to impacting reputation and freedom of movement, if one parent accuses the other of abuse and obtains a protective order …
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