Maryland Family Law

Fight False Allegations in Child Custody By Julie Colin, Esq. As a family law attorney with over 30 years of courtroom experience, I’ve seen almost everything. But few things are more devastating, or more dangerous, than when a parent is falsely accused during a custody battle. In high-conflict disputes, the legal system can be weaponized, […]

Expanding Your Family Through Adoption By Julie Colin, Esq. Adoption can be one of the most meaningful experiences in a family’s life. I’ve had the privilege of guiding clients through private adoptions in Maryland, and I often receive referrals from other attorneys who recognize the value of having a lawyer who truly understands the process. […]

A Lawyer’s Perspective on the Best Interests of the Child in Maryland Custody Cases By Julie Colin, Esq. As a family law attorney with decades of courtroom experience, I have come to believe that while parents are often in the midst of some of the hardest moments of their lives, it is the children who […]

What to Watch Out for If You Think Your Soon-to-Be-Ex Spouse Could Be Hiding Assets In Maryland, as an equitable distribution state, marital assets are divided based on what the court considers fair, rather than an equal split. This determination involves a comprehensive review of each spouse’s contributions and the circumstances of the marriage. It […]

What Can I Do? I Need My Spouse to Leave the House Understanding Your Options in Maryland Divorce Proceedings With divorce proceedings in Maryland, the goal is for both parties to eventually move forward. During the process, you may still find yourself living with your soon-to-be-ex-spouse. It’s natural to feel the need for your spouse […]

Privacy During Divorce in Maryland Worried about privacy during your divorce? Our attorneys in Maryland help you navigate the process while keeping your sensitive information confidential. It’s hard enough to break up with someone you hoped to keep forever. When things escalate to going to court to annul the union, the last thing you want […]

Your child custody agreement outlines physical custody, which determines parental access and visitation, and legal custody, which determines decision-making authority. Both components are crucial to your rights and responsibilities as a parent. While your current child custody orders may have been suitable when you first divorced or when the court initially established them, circumstances can […]

Child custody laws in Maryland not only govern the court’s initial decisions regarding a child’s custody and decision-making, but also what unfolds over time. It is not uncommon for life to change, which means that parents may need to make adjustments to existing child custody agreements. For that to happen, though, careful exploration of the […]

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 […]

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 […]