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Part 2: Dividing Retirement Assets
In Part 1, we discussed what is or isn't a "marital" retirement asset and considerations for dividing the asset. In this part 2, we'll discuss the valuation of a retirement asset as well as the logistics for separating retirement assets post divorce. Valuing & Divididng Retirement Assets Most retirment assets,
Dividing Retirement Assets In Divorce
Part 1: Is It Marital? After a home, Retirement Assets are typically the largest valued asset – or assets – couples own and need to address in a divorce. In this Part 1 We address the question of what you are entitled to.  In Part 2, we’ll address the process
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Dividing a Marital Home
Divorcing Couples can sell their home, complete a buyout, or keep the home for some time. Find out more details
Dividing Marital Property: Why Our Process Works
In Maryland, couples have the option to pursue an amicable and cost-effective divorce through Divorce Mediation. This blog post aims to guide couples seeking a cheap divorce in Maryland and shed light on important aspects such as marital property, the family home, retirement assets, and more. Understanding Marital Property in
The “Roommate Phase” of breaking up
Here are some things to consider if you're in the Roommate Phase: Children: Developing a co-parenting plan and custody schedule for the children as you separate can ease the burden of divorce on your children.  How do you tell the kids? Who is responsible for child care duties during the
New Maryland Child Support Guidelines Updated July 1
On July 1, 2022, the updated Maryland Child Support Guidelines §12–204 went into effect.  The Maryland Child Support Guidelines is the statutory formula that the Maryland Family Law and Divorce Courts utilize to calculate the proper amount of child support that one parent must pay to the other parent.  Please
The Mutual Consent Divorce in Maryland
Prior to 2015, couples in Maryland were required to meet one of the following criteria to qualify for a divorce:   AdulteryDesertion InsanityConviction of a felony or misdemeanor with at least a 3-year sentence and 1-year of incarceration Cruelty toward spouse or childor total separation of at least 12 months.  Requiring a divorce
The MDM Process
The traditional divorce process is one that requires lots of time, stress, money, and outside help. Maryland Divorce Mediators has developed a collaborative divorce and mediation process with the mission to resolve divorce matters out of court, saving couples time, stress, and, of course, tens of thousands of dollars. We
Children’s Issues In Divorce: Deciding A Custody Schedule
When navigating the divorce process, one of the most challenging issues can be arranging a child custody schedule. In legal terms, where the child sleeps is considered “Physical Custody.” While taking into consideration Maryland’s “Best Interest” standard, our highly qualified divorce attorney mediators explain and apply the legal considerations to
Children’s Issues In Divorce: Creating a Co-Parenting Plan
Making the decision to get a divorce is never an easy one, especially when you already have children. The process of transitioning from a single family together to a co-parenting lifestyle is one that many children struggle with and can cause stress for the whole family.