It may sound like a contradiction in terms, but the end of a relationship can occur in a loving manner. As a family law practitioner, I have seen hundreds of cases over my career, and couples who can focus on care and love often end up with the best outcome, particularly when children are involved. …
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Welcome to the new year; it’s time to take a personal inventory. You survived the holidays, which are often equal parts celebration and stress, and the latter may have you decide you need to make a change in your relationship. As you review your priorities and plan for the coming year, here are some important …
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Divorce is no easy matter for most people, but when one of the spouses runs a small business, their entire living can be put in jeopardy by a divorce. In the latest episode of Ask Lloyd, this topic was discussed in detail with business and real estate attorney Jamie Hamelburg. Together they reviewed some important …
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The end-of-year holidays are often called the Season of Giving, and this can come in many forms. In the most recent episode of the Ask Lloyd series, Lloyd was joined by Cristin Caine from Charity Connect to talk about volunteering and the role it can plan in the life of someone who has recently gone …
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Montgomery County is home to many active-duty military. Our nation’s servicemembers sacrifice a great deal, and one consequence of service can be a major strain on their family. Unfortunately, this strain can impact military families, which is why active-duty military has nearly double the national divorce rate. Just as military service has unique challenges that …
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As a legal practitioner, I often find my schedule heavy with work, and I have to carve out time in my day and my week for another practice – meditation – to make sure that I am in touch with myself and my needs. In the October 2022 episode of Ask Lloyd, I had the …
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October 10 is World Mental Health Day, a good time to take an inventory of how things are going, especially if you are going through a divorce. I’ve posted about some important ways to prioritize your mental health during this incredibly tough period in life. Still, if you are struggling with grief, depression, anxiety, or …
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In the midst of a period that is generally filled with turmoil and heartache, a bright spot is that, by moving on from a relationship that didn’t work for you, you now have the chance to find somebody new. For many people who have been married for quite some time, the new dating game may …
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Every family is unique, and Malech Law approaches each family law matter with care and compassion. However, when it comes to divorce, there are some situations that involve factors that can be costly and heartbreaking if they are not handled with expertise, professionalism, and care. For different reasons, the following three situations call for particular …
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When a family is split by divorce, any life transition presents potential pitfalls, and starting a new school year is no different. The kids may be enrolling in a new school, trying out a new after-school activity, or simply need to submit documentation like permission slips or immunization records. For example, in Montgomery County Maryland, …
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