Ending a marriage can feel daunting, but understanding your state’s requirements makes a big difference. In Maryland, there is no longer a need for a specific separation period to file for a no-fault divorce. Nevertheless, it is still essential to distinguish between fault-based and no-fault cases. Our divorce lawyers at the Law Office of Patrick […]
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Key Takeaways Child support arrears are unpaid support payments that accumulate when a parent misses required payments. In Maryland, arrears cannot be eliminated through bankruptcy and may result in serious penalties. There are two types of arrears: assigned (owed to the state) and unassigned (owed directly to the custodial parent). Parents may attempt to reduce […]
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Parents in Annapolis, Maryland, and across the country are legally required to provide financial support for their children. At the Law Office of Patrick Crawford, we understand the urgency of these matters. Unfortunately, falling behind on payments can lead to severe consequences when life’s challenges interfere. Can you go to jail for not paying child support? The […]
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Filing a divorce after 20 years of marriage can be complex and emotionally taxing, as you’ve spent decades building a life with someone. The legal aspects of dividing assets, handling alimony, and adjusting to life post-divorce require careful planning. At the Law Office of Patrick Crawford, we help Annapolis residents face the intricate details of […]
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Child custody is often one of the most contentious topics of a divorce. Sometimes, a father might have concerns about a child’s safety or their mother’s ability to parent due to underlying issues, which might lead them to want full custody. If you are figuring out how to get full custody of a child as […]
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Alimony is a regularly occurring scheduled payment from one spouse to another in the event of a divorce. The purpose of alimony is to provide financial support to one spouse for a certain amount of time. The goal is for the spouse receiving alimony to eventually become self-supporting with the assistance of the temporary alimony […]
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