UPDATED: Tips for Divorcing a Spouse with a Drug or Alcohol Problem
Being married can be difficult at times. However, being married to someone with a substance abuse problem is often unsustainable, especially when children are involved. Once you have made the decision that you can no longer remain in the marriage with a spouse and their addiction, you can take certain steps to protect yourself and your children…
Read MoreMcCabe Russell, PA Welcomes Our Newest Associate Attorney, Bryn Baffer
McCabe Russell, PA is proud to introduce Bryn Baffer, our newest Associate Attorney! While still in law school, Bryn interned for Maryland Legal Aid, the District of Columbia Public School System, and at the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Her work as a student-attorney in the Families and the Law Clinic at the…
Read MoreKeeping the House in the Divorce May Be More Costly Than You Think
The divorce is almost final, and it turns out you are getting the house, which is great news! It’s the house where your children grew up and made happy memories, and now they don’t have to leave their friends or switch schools. You don’t have to worry about packing up your things and trying to…
Read MoreWhat Are Child Support Payments Supposed to Cover?
Whether you pay or receive child support, that monthly payment is financially important to everyone in your family. On average, according to the United States government, people pay around $5,760 per year in child support. When going through a divorce or split and determining child support, both parents should have a good understanding about how…
Read MoreCryptocurrency and Uncovering Hidden Assets in a Divorce
Cryptocurrency has been skyrocketing in popularity recently. Once only the territory of savvy tech investors, today digital currency like Bitcoin is an asset to which anyone can have access. This type of currency is unregulated and volatile in value, but right now it’s hot and trading high. Controversial or not, if your spouse purchased cryptocurrency…
Read MoreHow the COVID-19 Pandemic Changed Divorce
The world is forever changed since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold last year – the way we interact with each other, the way we work, and the way we do business have all evolved as the pandemic forced us into different ways of living. Even as more Americans are vaccinated, it’s likely to be a…
Read MoreGaslighting and Divorce – Recognizing the Signs
It can be difficult being married to a narcissist. It can be even more difficult to divorce one. If you are married to a person with a personality disorder and are about to get divorced, it is important to plan ahead and be prepared for how they may react during the process. Because many people…
Read MoreFive Tips to Get More Parenting Time With Your Child
Are you trying to get more parenting or visitation time with your child? It is important to be proactive – whether you are just talking about divorce, in the middle of a custody dispute, or if you feel you are ready for increased time with your child. All custody and visitation cases are unique, but…
Read MoreCan the Government Take My Stimulus Check for Back Child Support?
A third round of stimulus checks went out to the American people in early March. Some have already seen the funds direct deposited into their accounts. Others have not received their payments yet, and are wondering why. Those who owe debts like child support or student loans may be worried that their stimulus payment will…
Read MoreCan Porn and Internet Sexual Addiction Lead to Divorce?
We don’t think anyone would argue that the internet hasn’t contributed to a greater worldwide access to information, knowledge, and entertainment. Especially during the COVID-19 pandemic era, the internet provides a lifeline to millions of people. However, there is also a downside. Internet addiction, addiction to online pornography in particular, has emerged as a growing…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Divorce and Filing Your Taxes
Both marriage and divorce are significant life events, each of which can have implications on your taxes. Whether you are in the process of divorcing, considering divorce, or are fresh from a divorce, it is important to consider the effects your 2020 tax filing may have on your finances. This is even more important if…
Read MoreParenting & Adoption for Grandparents in Maryland
Family comes in many forms. Increasingly, parenting duties are being shouldered by grandparents – sometimes alone, and sometimes in tandem with birth parents, aunts and uncles, and other family members. All children need love and support, and grandparents have a wealth of that love and support to give. That is why it is important to…
Read MoreDe Facto Parenting and Conover v. Conover
Being a parent is a rough but rewarding path many people choose to take. Even the best of parents may not always see eye to eye with their child’s other parent, or even their child but they have the constitutional right to make decisions they believe are best for their son or daughter at any…
Read MoreWhen a Non-Custodial Parent with a Criminal Record Wants Custody
Most parents want what’s best for their children. That includes growing up in a stable environment with adults around them who will be good influences in their lives. Anything that feels unsafe can cause any caring parent to be flooded with fear and anxiety. What if you had no control over protecting your child from…
Read MoreWhat to Do if Your Spouse Has Borderline Personality Disorder
Living with someone who has borderline personality disorder (BPD) can feel confusing and cause anxiety in your relationship. It often leads to rifts in personal relationships and even poses problems in maintaining employment, which can lead to further turbulence due to financial woes. Understanding BPD will go a long way in determining whether your marriage…
Read MoreMeet Raylynn T. Best-James, McCabe Russell, PA’s New Associate!
McCabe Russell, PA is proud to introduce Raylynn T. Best-James, one of our new Associate Attorneys! Raylynn’s experiences practicing estate planning & administration, personal injury, and other civil matters, along with family law, give her a unique advantage in the courtroom and during negotiations. Her proactive approach and attention to detail has made her a…
Read MoreReligious Extremism and Seeking Divorce: What You Should Know
When you and your spouse no longer share the same beliefs as a result of him or her subscribing to what you consider to be radical ideals, sharing a household can become beyond difficult. We aren’t talking about a slightly different view on something or a difference of opinion on one issue; we are talking…
Read MoreMeet Sofia Nadri, a New Associate at McCabe Russell, PA!
McCabe Russell, PA is excited to introduce Sofia Nadri, one of our new Associate Attorneys. Sofia offers a rich and varied legal background, having worked for the American National Red Cross, Office of the General Counsel, as well as in a personal injury law firm. Most recently, her practice has been devoted to family law…
Read MoreCivil Unions Vs. Marriage in Government Retirement Plans
Relationships are complicated, but even more complicated can be making a relationship official by law. We don’t mean that the actual ceremony can be tough to maneuver; we mean that all of “fun” administrative issues that come along with life can become more complicated by legally merging your lives. Part of that complication comes in…
Read MoreWhat to Do When a Spouse Is in Rehab
The pressures of life can be difficult to handle and for some people, marriage can add unexpected stressors. Financial troubles, insecurities that your spouse could be getting attention elsewhere, and arguments that you aren’t holding up your end of your partnership can send a spouse into a downward spiral that includes substance abuse and addiction.…
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