Posts by Heather McCabe

If you’re a non-custodial parent thinking about moving (whether it’s across town or across state lines), you might feel caught between your own life and your child’s stability. In Maryland, parental relocation can bring up complicated emotions and legal issues. Significant changes like a big move may impact parental rights, timing, and the best interests…

As a parent, your child’s safety is the most important thing to you. You need to act quickly if you’re dealing with abuse, neglect, or domestic violence. You also need to understand how emergency temporary custody works in Maryland. This article will tell you what emergency custody is, when it applies, and how to start…

One of the most confusing, emotional parts of going through a divorce in Maryland is figuring out how alimony works. Maybe you’re wondering if you’ll have to pay it. Or maybe you’re relying on it to help you stay afloat after the marriage ends. Regardless, understanding how alimony payments work helps you make smarter decisions…

You may not know Maggie Lena Walker’s name, but her impact on business, finance, and civil rights is undeniable. She was the first Black woman in the United States to charter and serve as president of a bank, and she paved the way for economic empowerment in the African-American community. Maggie Lena Walker was born…

When talking about family law, we typically focus on topics like divorce, child custody, and parental rights. However, family law is really about protecting children and working to make sure they have the best future possible. Few individuals have done more to shape how we protect and advocate for children than Marian Wright Edelman –…

If you’re facing threats, harassment, or violence, you may wonder how you can protect yourself. In Maryland, a restraining order is one tool that may help keep someone away from you if your safety is at risk. By learning the process of securing a restraining order, you’ll be able to take the next step to…

After President-Elect Donald Trump won the election, some of our LGBTQ+ clients expressed concerns about their rights. Will marriage equality be overturned? Will I lose custody of my child? What will happen to my family if my partner gets sick or dies? These are valid questions. Today, we’ll address some of these concerns and provide…

Living with someone who has borderline personality disorder (BPD) can feel confusing and cause anxiety. It often leads to rifts in personal relationships and even poses problems maintaining employment, leading to further turbulence due to financial woes. Understanding BPD will go a long way in determining whether your marriage can go the distance and help…