One of the most frequently asked questions I receive from clients during the divorce process (especially a long, drawn out process) is “when can I start dating again?” My answer, like many answers, is “it depends.” It depends on a lot of different factors, such as: • how long have you been separated? • are…
Read MoreSixteen years after Troxel v. Granville, 530 U.S. 57 (2000), grandparent visitation is alive and well in Maryland. In Troxel, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor noted, “The demographic changes of the past century makes it difficult to speak of an average American family. The composition of families varies greatly from household to household.” Indeed, the last…
Read MoreCouples planning to blend families often have to make financial arrangements that respect previous relationships with ex-spouses and their families. Issues range from childcare and eldercare to potentially complex matters involving businesses, investment assets and real estate. That’s why involving trained experts in step-family financial planning is a must. Here’s a list of issues and…
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