Howard County, Anne Arundel County and Montgomery County are only a few of the Maryland localities that have increasingly diverse international populations. In these jurisdictions, Maryland Divorce Lawyers and their clients are dealing with more and more international law issues like the ones resolved by the Court of Appeals in Aleem vs. Aleem. Continue reading International Law Meets Maryland Divorce Law
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Non Modifiable Alimony Terminated On Second Attempt
In the law, as in other human endeavors, a combination of good judgment and perseverance often pays off.
Maryland Divorce Lawyers will recognize that these qualities combined with a bit of luck in the May 2010 ruling that Mr. Andrulonis obtained ending his alimony payments to his ex wife. Continue reading Non Modifiable Alimony Terminated On Second Attempt
Alimony and Remarriage of Recipient
In 2003 the Court of Appeals clarified an issue that had been confusing for Maryland Divorce Lawyers and their clients. The Court of Appeals in Moore vs. Jacobsen considered the effect of wife’s remarriage on her right to receive alimony. Continue reading Alimony and Remarriage of Recipient
Alimony Guidelines May Be Consulted By Maryland Courts
In a previous posting to this site, I have explained the desirability of a divorcing couple making a good faith effort to settle their disputes through negotiations leading to a separation agreement. This is often a better alternative than incurring the expense of litigation. Continue reading Alimony Guidelines May Be Consulted By Maryland Courts
Maryland’s New Child Support Guidelines Take Effect October 1st, 2010
As anticipated in a posting last year, the 2010 legislative session has resulted in legislation to modify the Child Support Guidelines. For Maryland Family Law Attorneys and most of their clients in high income counties such as, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Carroll County and Howard County this will translate into increased child support awards. Continue reading Maryland’s New Child Support Guidelines Take Effect October 1st, 2010
Separation and Divorce: A Time To Think About Your Will
Maryland Divorce Lawyers and their clients need to keep in mind issues related to estate planning that may or may not be impacted by separation and divorce. Continue reading Separation and Divorce: A Time To Think About Your Will
Guidance On Enforcing Marital Awards
A dispute between the Baltimore County Orphans Court and decedent’s former wife was recently resolved by Maryland’s highest court. Continue reading Guidance On Enforcing Marital Awards
Garnishment of Federal Wages to Enforce of Marital Property and Attorney Fees Awards
In Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Montgomery County and Baltimore County, Maryland Divorce Lawyers encounter many issues relating to federal employment. How to garnish federal wages to collect a debt owed or payments due on account of child support, alimony and other judgments is one such issue. Continue reading Garnishment of Federal Wages to Enforce of Marital Property and Attorney Fees Awards