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“Who keeps the house?” It is a common question for anyone getting divorced when you share an owned family home. One person will eventually move out, maybe both. Maybe you’ll sell the house and split the proceeds, or perhaps one person will get to keep the house and live there after the divorce. What will […]

Navigating the intricacies of alimony in Maryland can be a challenging aspect of divorce proceedings. For those potentially liable for alimony payments, understanding your options and legal rights is crucial. This guide aims to provide insight into avoiding, modifying, or terminating alimony in Maryland, with a focus on the payer’s perspective. Strategies for Avoiding Alimony […]

Parenting seminars are an unavoidable aspect of family law in Georgia. In the context of divorce or separation, these mandatory seminars play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of children and promoting effective co-parenting. What is Georgia’s Mandatory Parenting Seminar? Georgia’s Mandatory Parenting Seminar is a legal requirement for parents undergoing separation or divorce. […]

One of the central tenets of family law is to seek the best interests of any children in each case. From matters of delinquency to child custody, the court will seek to determine and enforce the most beneficial course of actions for children to have a safe and supportive environment. Of course, the best interests […]

Separation Agreement in Maryland In Maryland, there is no legal status known as a “legal separation.” Couples are either married or divorced. However, a separation agreement can be established when couples decide to live apart in anticipation of divorce. They may decide to execute what is known as a separation agreement, property settlement agreement, or […]

In Georgia, the concept of “legal separation” as it is commonly understood does not exist. Instead, Georgia law provides for something known as “separate maintenance.” This separate maintenance action allows couples to address issues such as custody, child support, and alimony, similar to a traditional divorce, but does not result in the legal dissolution of […]

Property Division: The Fate of Your Marital Property Post-Divorce When it comes to family law in New Jersey, a common question we hear is, “Is New Jersey a 50/50 divorce state?” Individuals wonder how their assets and property will be split in NJ during a divorce. To answer this question, let’s explore how New Jersey […]

Marital property is the property and financial assets that will be split during a divorce. In Georgia, marital property includes any wealth attained by either or both spouses during the course of the marriage. It does not matter which spouse earns more money or whose name is on the property. It includes financial accounts, physical […]

In family law cases, does it matter who files first? In divorce, when negotiating child custody, or even requesting a prenuptial agreement, is it a race to the courthouse? These are the questions we are here to answer. You may have recently read that Elon Musk and Grimes are in a jurisdiction battle to establish […]

Imagine you’re a grandparent who has always been an active part of your grandchild’s life. Suddenly, you find yourself excluded from your grandchild’s life due to unforeseen circumstances such as family disputes or changes in the parental situation. Negotiations for visitation and continued relationship fail, leaving you wondering about your legal recourse. In Colorado, you […]