Can My Child Get More Support?
When Maryland couples with children divorce, an order for child support provides for the financial needs of the child. The state considers both parents financially responsible for the child, and the divorce court generally orders the amount of support to be paid according to Maryland’s Child Support Guidelines. Parents are required to pay child support…
Read MoreDo Lesbian Couples Really Divorce More?
In 2015, same-sex marriage was made legal throughout the United States. Many people rushed to get married after that 26th of June, joyous and excited to finally be legally recognized as a couple; however, rushing into marriage can oftentimes lead to further problems down the road, and sometimes those problems lead to divorce. And if…
Read MoreAlimony Is Tough on Women. Just Ask Mary J. Blige
It’s fun to daydream about being a star: the lights, the glamour, the adoring fans. And sometimes, we admit, it’s fun to think about the money, too: houses around the world, parties with A-listers, the latest designer shoes or accessories. Everything about the celebrity lifestyle can seem so different than the lives so many of…
Read MoreCongratulations, Raylynn T. Best-James, on Being Named Senior Associate Attorney!
McCabe Russell, PA is thrilled to announce that Raylynn T. Best-James has been promoted to Senior Associate Attorney! Raylynn is a hands-on litigator, known for going the extra mile to obtain the best possible outcome for clients. Raylynn is never afraid to back down from a challenge, and no matter the complexity of the case,…
Read MoreCongratulations, Madison Kyger, on Being Named Senior Associate Attorney!
McCabe Russell, PA is excited to announce that Madison H. Kyger has been promoted to Senior Associate Attorney! Madison has been a part of the McCabe Russell family since 2019, and her compassionate and drive to help our clients has made her an integral part of our team. It’s Madison’s goal as a family law…
Read MoreWhat Age Is the Right Age to Allow Your Child on Social Media?
As Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s divorce continues to play out in the public eye, West recently posted (and deleted) on his Instagram, expressing displeasure that Kardashian allows their daughter, North, on social media, TikTok in particular. West both accused Kardashian of creating the joint TikTok account to antagonize him and that North was being…
Read MoreBethenny Frankel to Kanye West: Keep Your Divorce Private!
Going through a divorce is never easy. Going through a public divorce is even more difficult. When you’re one of the most famous celebrities in the world, a media frenzy about your split means people watching your every move, digging for every detail, and hanging on every word that comes out of your mouth (or…
Read MoreMy Spouse’s Conspiracy Theories Are Ruining Our Marriage
Conspiracy theories are nothing new, but over the past several years with the emergence of QAnon and other movements, more and more people subscribe to these beliefs. Purporting to have knowledge and evidence that the rest of the country doesn’t, QAnon and other followers believe a variety of debunked information, including that the inauguration was…
Read MoreDivorcing a Gambling Addict: What You Should Know
Like any kind of addiction, gambling can add both financial and emotional stress to a marriage. In some cases this stress can cause the breakup of a relationship, and as the spouse of a gambling addict, it’s important to understand the challenges that may come along with a divorce. The National Center for Responsible Gaming…
Read More“Gray” Divorce Is More Common Than You Think
The image of long-time spouses growing old together is projected so often in film, television, internet lists of “best growing old together” quotes, and even on social media sites that some married people might find it difficult to contemplate a necessary divorce. But like other categories of married people, many mature adults will change their…
Read MoreCoping with Divorce: Lessons from Adele
Divorces happen for many reasons. Sometimes spouses mutually agree to end a marriage, and other times one initiates the divorce. In either case, parties to a divorce will each have to make numerous financial and practical decisions, while managing their own emotional responses to the divorce. When super-star, singer-songwriter Adele initiated divorce proceedings, even she…
Read MoreNo Prenup? Consider the Court Ordered Sale of the Macklowe Collection
A divorce legally divides all the assets of a married couple as required by governing law. Most people understand that real property such as the family home and financial assets like stocks, bonds, bank accounts, and cash will have to be divided, but couples sometimes do not consider or agree upon how personal property such…
Read MoreRaylynn Best-James Named to The National Black Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40
McCabe Russell, P.A. is proud to announce that Associate Attorney Raylynn Best-James was named to The National Black Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 list for 2022! The National Black Lawyers was created to highlight the exceptional work of successful and influential Black lawyers throughout the country, and to “celebrate legal excellence by promoting our attorneys…
Read MoreCongratulations, Jennifer Bradbury, on Making Partner!
McCabe Russell, P.A. is thrilled to announce that attorney Jennifer O. Bradbury has been made a partner at the firm! Since joining our family in 2018, Jennifer has become an integral part of who we are and what we do. She is an extraordinary attorney and all-around person, and we are so excited to see…
Read MoreProtecting Your Credit Score During a Divorce
An important part of smart divorce planning is keeping your financial future in mind. Whether you are just thinking about divorce or have already decided, remember that a successful and independent financial future depends on a good credit score – and the steps you take now can go a long way in getting you there.…
Read MoreDebunking Divorce: Myths and Facts
Many individuals or couples put off getting a divorce. They might be staying together for the kids, or one spouse feels they may not have enough money to move out, or feel if they leave first they’ll be responsible for the majority of financial support. All of these, however, are not necessarily true. In today’s…
Read MorePost-Pandemic Divorce Filings Keeping the Courts Busy
You might remember that, during the early days of the pandemic, many experts predicted divorce rates would rise as couples forced into close quarters would have to face any problems in their marriages. However, that surge in divorces failed to come to light, with the rates of divorce and marriage remaining stable or even dropping.…
Read MoreKelly Clarkson Scores a Victory in Ongoing Divorce Battle
Singer-songwriter and television personality Kelly Clarkson recently received a big win in her ongoing divorce from estranged husband Brandon Blackstock. A judge awarded Clarkson ownership of the couple’s Montana ranch, although Blackstock currently lives there as his primary residence, and requested it designated as marital property. The two are divorcing after seven years of marriage.…
Read MoreMeet Victoria Kadous, McCabe Russell, PA’s Newest Associate!
McCabe Russell, PA is proud to introduce Victoria Kadous, our newest Associate Attorney! Victoria joins our team after working as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Cheryl A. McCally in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. Her experiences in the court system allow her to guide clients toward their best possible options when it comes…
Read MoreWhy You Need a Divorce Attorney Even When You’re Going Through Mediation
A divorce is an emotional and stressful process, to say the least. It is not just the two marriage partners who are impacted by a divorce. Children, extended family members, and friends of the spouses may have to come to terms with the dissolution of the marriage. Changes in households and financial responsibilities will have…
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