Some states recognize legal separation. In Maryland, there is no such thing as a legal separation. However, a couple may be eligible for a limited divorce if they meet certain criteria. If you are considering getting a divorce in Maryland or have questions about the process, Attorney Patrick Crawford is here to answer any of […]
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Child custody and child support both represent important parental rights and responsibilities, but they cannot be used as weapons by one parent against the other. The State of Maryland – and every other state in the nation – makes determinations regarding both child support and child custody in accordance with the children’s best interests. As […]
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How Does Child Support in Annapolis Work? Every child is entitled to receive financial contributions from both parents, no matter if both parents are separated, divorced, or never married to each other. If you are dealing with a child support issue, whether you are receiving or giving financial support to a minor, you need an […]
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In 2020, there were 2.6 divorces per 1,000 marriages and 5.3 marriages per 1,000 in the state of Maryland. That lines up with the national average of nearly 50% of marriages ending in divorce. During the pandemic, many couples found themselves filing for divorce. The stressors in a divorce are only magnified when dealing with […]
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Family law encompasses an array of important legal matters that span from divorce and the terms of the divorce to prenuptial agreements, protection orders, and beyond. Because family law addresses concerns that affect your family, it is a very personal branch of the law that calls for professional legal guidance. If you are facing a […]
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People draw numerous conclusions about the rates of divorce in the United States because various figures can paint different pictures. The most important thing is that when you know that you are preparing to go through a divorce of your own, make sure you are working with an Annapolis divorce lawyer. The Centers for Disease […]
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