Navigating the complexities of tax benefits associated with childcare expenses can be particularly challenging for non-custodial parents. Understanding whether you can claim the child and dependent care credit is crucial for effective financial planning and maximizing tax benefits. This guide, tailored by Coover Law Firm, LLC, explores the conditions under which a non-custodial parent might…
(Columbia, MD) One of the most common questions we get asked by people facing a divorce or separation is: how do I calculate alimony in Maryland? In the State of Maryland, as with most states, alimony was traditionally awarded to the wife in a divorce proceeding. Often it was expected that she would be unable…
In October 2015, Maryland introduced a new grounds for divorce: Mutual Consent. Under the 2015 law, couples without minor children in common became eligible to get a mutual consent divorce, enabling them to skip the 12-month separation period previously required to obtain an contested divorce in Maryland, as long as the couple was able to…
Is the award of alimony affected by adultery in Maryland? Unfortunately, this is a common question with an answer that is sometimes surprising. If you’ve recently discovered that your spouse has been cheating on you, you may assume that this information would give you the upper hand in a divorce. However, this is not always…
Separation and divorce is very difficult – financially and emotionally for everyone involved – spouses, children, extended family members and friends. The sense of “loss” can be profound. Feelings of grief, helplessness, vulnerability, financial devastation and lack of control are very typical. The process is generally among the most difficult challenges a person encounters during…
As a Howard County, MD divorce lawyer for over 30 years, I know how overwhelming the divorce process can be for families. I often get asked the same questions in my Columbia, MD, family law practice. If you are facing separation and divorce in Maryland, below is an overview of what you need to know…
