Divorce is a time of emotional upheaval and financial uncertainty. Unless a couple already has a marital agreement, there can be a lot of conflict related to the division of their resources as they prepare for divorce. Many couples would prefer to retain control over...
For Maryland residents facing the difficult decision to end their marriage, understanding the distinction between separate and marital property is crucial. If you are navigating divorce, considering these intricacies can significantly impact your approach to the...
Divorce is hard in a lot of different ways. Establishing new boundaries and protecting your personal information from intrusion is critically important as soon as you know a divorce is imminent. The need for personal privacy can take on added importance if your...
When you’re going through a divorce, it’s really hard not to keep all the financial issues at the front of your mind. Unfortunately, people can get very focused on the day-to-day expenses they’re facing and overlook some serious issues that can leave them facing an...
Divorce is not immediate. If your partner asks for a divorce, that may signify the end of your romantic relationship, but it’s still going to take months to get through this process. You’re going to be married for a while, even though you no longer want to be....
If you and your ex aren't currently in agreement about what would be a fair way to split your property, then the idea of a divorce can be a frightening concept. You may worry that you will lose valuable property, such as your interest in your vacation home. Real...
Going through a divorce, you’re expected to disclose all your assets and property. When you think about your life and all the things you’ve invested in or purchased, you may come to realize that you’re not exactly sure what you have. You may have much more than you...
When parents divorce, they typically need to find ways to share custody of their children, which can be difficult. Some parents fantasize about seeking sole custody because they strongly dislike the idea of seeing their ex constantly. However, for most divorcing...
Your spouse is a high-level executive, and they have a very good pension. It is going to make it possible for you to retire with quite a high standard of living, even though you're not putting aside all that much money yourself. You knew when you got married that this...
You’ve always done well for yourself in your career, as has your spouse. You didn’t need your parents’ inheritance money, per se, but it still has tremendous value. You’ve always assumed you’d use it during retirement or perhaps leave it to your own children and...
