Posted on December 17, 2025 in Uncategorized

Divorce changes your family structure, but it does not change your children's needs. For parents in Maryland, understanding child support obligations helps you plan for your financial future. More importantly, it helps ensure your children get the financial support they deserve during and after the divorce process.

Child support in Maryland divorce cases is calculated using state guidelines that consider:

• Both parents' incomes

• The number of children

• Whether a parent is already making support payments to another family

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that nearly 45 percent of parents get the full amount of child support they need. Even if you are worried you aren’t going to get your ex to make payments, you should talk to an attorney. Our Clarksville, MD child support and child custody lawyer will help you understand how these payments work.

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 Posted on November 15, 2025 in Uncategorized

Finding out your spouse cheated changes everything. The betrayal hurts deeply. When you decide to divorce, you might wonder if the affair matters in court. Will the judge care that your spouse broke your wedding vows? Can you use adultery to get a better outcome in your divorce?

How adultery affects your case depends on what you are trying to achieve. Understanding when adultery matters and when it does not can help you set realistic expectations for your divorce. Our Columbia, MD divorce attorney can help. 

Can You Get Divorced in Maryland Because of Adultery?

Maryland law no longer allows fault-based divorce. As of November 2025, there are still only three grounds for divorce listed in Maryland Code, Family Law Section 7-103: a six-month separation, irreconcilable differences, and mutual consent. 

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 Posted on October 09, 2025 in Uncategorized

Divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a family can go through. Unfortunately, children often feel the effects of divorce the most. Parents all over Maryland often ask how they can help their children get through the big changes that divorce brings with as little stress as possible.

While you cannot prevent children from dealing with all the challenges of divorce, there are absolutely strategies to support them and make it easier. At DM Family Law, our Columbia, MD divorce attorney has over 20 years of experience in family law and works closely with clients to create practical, client-focused solutions. Every family is unique, and we take a personal approach to help parents protect their children while navigating the legal process.

How Should I Bring Up Divorce with My Kids? 

Before you start talking about divorce with your kids, think carefully about the following factors for each of them:

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