It is common to hear a divorced mother proudly declare that her son has become, “the man of the house.” It is also common to hear a divorced father boast about how his daughter has assumed care taking duties in his home such as meal preparation and...
When do you know your marriage may be over and it is time to separate? Next to the decision to get married, this is one of the most difficult decisions in a relationship. As an attorney, and not a therapist, my views on this subject are colored by my experiences with...
What is alimony? Alimony is the payment of money for support of a spouse or former spouse at stated periods (usually monthly) during the joint lives of the parties so long as they live separate and apart. Is alimony different than child support? Alimony is very...
What does the court consider when making a custody decision? In a child custody case, the paramount concern is the best interests of the children. Rote solutions in child custody matters are not possible because of the unique character of each case and of each child....
How can I obtain custody of the children in court? The court determines custody based on what is in the best interest of each minor child. This determination depends entirely on the particular facts of each case. Under Maryland law, both natural parents are the...
