A parent’s mental health is one of the factors Maryland judges will consider when deciding custody conflicts. Since custody decisions are made focusing on the child’s best interests, a parent’s mental stability can play an important role when it comes to a child’s...
Divorce can be one of the most difficult things that a person goes through in their life. However, it's possible to have a divorce that is fair to both parties, allows each person to move on with their lives and doesn't leave any lasting emotional damage. Take things...
Choosing to create your estate plan is a responsible way to take control of your future. It can help to keep your finances secure and keep them within your Maryland family. These tips can help you to protect your money. Create your will Creating a will is one of the...
Estate planning is a process that involves a lot of steps, including finding assets, valuing them and reviewing beneficiaries. With so many things to do, it's understandable to have questions about estate planning in Maryland. Fortunately, an estate planning attorney...
With its booming economy and abundant job opportunities, Maryland has seen an influx of millennials. These tech-savvy young people are not only spending more, but many are also more efficient savers than generations from the past. However, a lot of them think that...
Not every adult couple in Maryland is ready to tie the knot. With that said, unmarried couples raising a new child can deal with more challenges than they might think. Setting up legal paternity is about much more than a piece of paper. It's also a process you don't...
Maryland parents who end their marriage will need to negotiate a variety of matters related to the upbringing of their children as part of their divorce settlement. An important expense parents will need to contend with is related to educational costs and which parent...
One of the most important aspects of estate planning in Maryland is ensuring that chosen people inherit your estate. To ensure your assets are distributed as you desire, you need to check that your beneficiary designations are up to date and changed as situations are...
An essential element in many divorce proceedings is a parenting plan, a written proposal that covers many parental duties and responsibilities. Hopefully, if the parents agree to the various parts of the plan, there will be fewer conflicts over child custody and...
Among the many fiduciary duties of an executor in Maryland is the closing of an estate. This process is as important as distributing assets and paying the deceased's death taxes because it marks the official end of the probate process. Understanding what it means to...