At McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers, we have an established reputation as assertive and confident negotiators and litigators, offering legal guidance designed to eliminate any of our clients’ worries and confusion. We are experienced family law attorneys in Howard and Montgomery County, but we serve clients throughout Maryland. Read more about McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers.
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Relocation and Interstate Child Custody Issues
Coparenting has its challenges, even when a divorce is amicable and the parenting plan is just. One of the more common challenges relates to parental relocation: what do you need to do if you or your spouse must move? Under typical circumstances, if a parent wishes to move, that parent must provide written notice within…
Read MoreCongratulations, McCabe Russell, for Being Named to Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2021!
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers is proud to announce that five attorneys from our firm have been selected for inclusion in the 2021 Maryland Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists! All our attorneys were nominated for their work in family law. Super Lawyers is an objective ratings service which honors “outstanding lawyers from…
Read MoreHow Do I Get This Divorce Started, Part 2 – Writ of Summons
A while back, we published a blog about the steps leading up to divorce, and why it can take so long to get started. One of the more time-consuming parts of a divorce can be the “writ of summons.” This blog will go into more detail about writs of summons in Maryland and how they…
Read MoreMeet Summer Abel, the Newest Associate of McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers!
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers is excited to introduce Summer Abel, our new Associate Attorney. Summer’s background is a little different from the rest of our team. She is a former Assistant Public Defender for Orlando, Florida, and spent the last couple of years prosecuting vaccine injury claims in Washington, DC. We know…
Read MoreMy Spouse Is Spying On My Phone and Email – How Do I Contact My Attorney?
Everyone has the right to privacy, even within a marriage. This means your spouse does not have the right to spy on your private email, texts, conversations. Typically, this isn’t an issue that ever comes up in a marriage. However, during times of marital stress, separation or divorce, one spouse may decide to take matters…
Read MorePutting Our Houses in Order as Maryland Faces Another COVID Wave
As anticipated, the second “wave” of COVID-19 cases have begun. In response, Governor Hogan has tightened restrictions on certain activities, and offered warnings about others. For many, these restrictions – right at the start of the holiday season – can feel overwhelming. We want to discuss some of the lessons we have learned over these…
Read MoreCan Children Hire Their Own Custody Attorneys in Maryland?
One of the most common questions we hear from our clients during divorces is, “Do my children have a choice about which parent they want to live with?” Maryland has a number of different guidelines regarding children’s involvement in custody proceedings. The older the child, the more valuable their input – but, as in any…
Read MoreHow to Work with Your Divorce Attorney – Helping Your Lawyer Help You
Hiring an attorney can be a difficult process. Many people are seeking a lawyer because they’re experiencing a difficult or emotional time in their lives, so it’s important to choose the right one. The relationship between an attorney and a client is genuine – requiring mutual trust, respect and understanding. Law firms talk a lot…
Read MoreCongratulations, Hilary Tebeleff, on Your Promotion to Senior Associate!
All of us at McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers are proud to announce that Hilary R. Tebeleff has been promoted to Senior Associate! Hilary has been practicing law for four years, and focuses her work on high-conflict family law litigation. She is a valuable part of our practice and we are very proud…
Read MoreHandling an Unbearable Living Arrangement When You’re Separating
Divorce is emotionally difficult even before you get down to weighing the tough decisions such as child custody and property division. When one party makes the split itself more contentious, you’re in for another type of fight. Whether your spouse is expecting the separation or not, he or she may decide to stand his or…
Read MoreHappy Anniversary, Kierra Wiggins!
If you have worked with McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers at any time in the last three years, the chances are very good that you’ve spent time with Kierra Wiggins. Kierra is the Lead Paralegal here at the firm, and the role she plays is critical to our success. We conducted this interview…
Read MoreSix Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Get Divorced
When it comes to the topic of divorce, you’ve probably heard people say that it’s not good to stay together just for the children. There’s truth to that but it’s not the only consideration you need to make when faced with the question of whether or not you should end your marriage. Marriage is a…
Read MoreWhat Is a Peace Order, and Do I Need One?
Being harassed or feeling fearful every time you step outside your home or workplace alone can be paralyzing. You shouldn’t have to live that way simply because another person has made you the unwanted focus of their attention. Even if you have called the police, you’ve probably heard the same thing over and over. There…
Read MoreDo All Child Support Awards in Maryland Stick to the Guidelines?
Every family and household has different needs. It could be due to social status and income level that prompted a certain way of life, or it could be based on the necessity of a special needs child. Whatever the reason, often courts choose not to punish children for their parents’ decisions when it comes to…
Read MoreHit Pause Before You Sign over Investment Properties in a Divorce
Buying real estate tends to be a complicated process. When you purchase a home with another person who then has an interest in that property, the rights that come with ownership get a little more complex. Most couples buy a marital home together and, when they have the ability to do so, could add investment…
Read MoreSecond Parent Adoption Is Important for LGBTQIA+ Families
With attempts to roll back more and more protections for the LGBTQIA+ community, some of which will negatively impact families, it’s never been so important to do everything within your control to guarantee as many of your rights as you can, including those that should naturally come with being a parent. There are different reasons…
Read MoreHeather McCabe Named to Best Lawyers List for 2021!
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers proudly announces that partner Heather McCabe was recently selected by her peers for inclusion in the 27th edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for her service to clients in the area of Family Law Mediation in Fulton, Maryland. Best Lawyers recognizes attorneys in specific areas of legal…
Read MoreIntroducing Maida Hughes, Associate Attorney at McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers is proud to introduce Maida L. Hughes, our newest Associate Attorney! Before attending law school, Maida was an art teacher for the Montgomery County Public School system. In 2019, she earned her J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law. While at school, she served as Secretary…
Read MoreCongratulations, Jennifer Bradbury, on Your Promotion to Senior Associate!
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers is proud to announce that Jennifer Bradbury has been promoted to Senior Associate! Jennifer has been with the firm since January of 2019, when she joined as an Associate Attorney. Over the past few years, she has exemplified what it means to be a part of our team…
Read MoreMcCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers Named One of Baltimore’s Top 50 Women Owned Businesses!
McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Owned Businesses in Baltimore by the Baltimore Business Journal! The annual Top 50 Women Owned Businesses list includes companies that are based in the Greater Baltimore area, and are at least…
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