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The Parallels of Estate & Trust Litigation and Divorce and Custody Litigation

By Meng Law |

For the first 20 years of my law practice, a significant part of it involved contested divorce and custody work. Frequently, at the core of the disputes was information provided by a child to the parents. Generally, issues arose for three reasons: (1) the child was not old enough to appreciate the importance of… Read More »

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Grounds for Absolute Divorce in Maryland

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Maryland is a fairly unique state for divorce. Unlike most states, Maryland allows you to file for a Limited Divorce or an Absolute Divorce. The process for both is similar, but the outcome is very different. A limited divorce does not result in a legal divorce. A couple that goes through a limited divorce… Read More »

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Special Needs Trust

By Meng Law |

Parents of  children with special needs commonly have additional concerns that other parents do not have. While many parents may be able to see their children grow into adulthood and be able to live independent lives, some parents with special needs children will not have the ability to know that their children will ever… Read More »

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Child Support Answers

By Meng Law |

If you are in the process of a divorce or custody matter, you may feel anxiety regarding the issue of child support. How much will you have to pay? Can this amount ever be changed? How is the child support amount calculated? If you are facing the possibility of joint custody with your previous… Read More »

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Difference Between an Annulment and Divorce

By Meng Law |

There is much confusion regarding the difference between a legal annulment and a divorce. There are very specific circumstances under which a person may have the right to file for either an annulment or a divorce, and the consequences of each are vastly different as well. If you are considering separating from your spouse,… Read More »

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Understanding the Appointment of a Best Interest Attorney

By Meng Law |

If you are in the process of a divorce and have experienced serious challenges regarding the final child custody decisions with your spouse, there may be a point that the court makes the determination to appoint a Best Interest Attorney or BIA. Most parents feel a sense of anxiety when they learn that a… Read More »

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Common Mistakes in the Estate Planning Process

By Meng Law |

If you are beginning to consider starting the estate planning process, you may feel overwhelmed at the choices and the complexity of the legal options available to you. While you should always consult with a qualified estate planning attorney, the following are some common mistakes that people make as they move through the estate… Read More »

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Divorces and Mortgages

By Meng Law |

Divorces can cause feelings of overwhelm, especially when attempting to determine the division of financial assets between both spouses. The largest asset that most couples usually have is their marital home. Decisions will need to be made regarding how the equity of this home will be divided. Oftentimes, this can be a struggle, as… Read More »

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Understanding the Divorce Mediation Process

By Meng Law |

Most people already suffer from frustration, anger, anxiety and hurt as they enter the divorce process. In some cases, divorces enhance these emotions due to the adversarial nature of the court system. However, if you believe that you and your spouse can put aside the temptation to be confrontational, you may have the ability… Read More »

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How Property and Debts are Divided During Divorce

By Meng Law |

If you are considering a divorce in the state of Maryland, you may be wondering how your marital property and debts will be divided between you and your spouse. In most cases, the property acquired during the course of a marriage is considered marital property.Only certain debts acquired during the course of a marriage… Read More »

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