“Legal separation” is a type of marital status in which a couple does not go through a formal divorce but lives separately. As of October 2023, there is no legal separation in Maryland. However, some key concepts that arise when a couple is considering living separately still exist. Understanding your rights, obligations, and potential liability while …
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Entering a second marriage can be a joyous occasion filled with new beginnings and built on lessons learned. However, it also comes with unique challenges that aren’t typically present in first marriages. A prenuptial agreement can help both partners navigate these complexities with clarity and peace of mind. Rather than hope for the best, a …
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Mid-summer means that going back to school is around the corner, and these transitions can be challenging for children under any circumstances. Any change involving new routines and social settings can impact a child, and the addition of academics makes it even harder. These transitions become even more complex when a family is going through …
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Parenting in the summertime is always a challenge since it requires adjusting to the disruption in the ordinary school year routine. Still, co-parenting makes planning and implementing a successful summer particularly difficult. Even if the relationship between the parents is cordial, the compressed 10+ weeks of summer involve multiple things like managing schedules, travel, and …
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Recently, we celebrated Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day around the corner. It can be challenging to deal with these special days when parents are not together due to separation or divorce; the other parent may be the focus of the day, and it’s impossible to simply ignore the holiday. Here are three simple strategies to …
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Divorce is a life-altering event that affects not only the couple but also their children. A divorce decree, whether after a trial or a settlement between the parties will include provisions for custody and support of the children, but parents often wonder about their responsibilities once the kids reach adulthood and graduate from high school. …
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Ending a marriage can be one of the most stressful experiences of a lifetime. Change itself is usually stressful, and the reasons for getting a divorce frequently are additional stressors. Add to this the fact that divorce remains somewhat stigmatized, and guilt and shame generate additional stress. Managing this stress can be critical to your …
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Making the difficult decision to end a marriage may come as a relief, but the process itself is a major transition that can be extremely stressful. With all the change taking place, it is hard to remember to tend to yourself, but this is exactly why it is important to be more mindful and proactive …
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When family strife is out of control, children often get caught in the middle, which can be highly traumatic. Ensuring the safety and well-being of children should always be a priority, but sometimes, the parents can’t provide this without help. For families navigating through separation or divorce, maintaining a healthy relationship between the child and …
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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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