Meet Summer Abel, the Newest Associate of McCabe Russell, PA!

McCabe Russell, PA 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 that these experiences have…

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Putting 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…

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Can 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…

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Happy Anniversary, Kierra Wiggins!

If you have worked with McCabe Russell, PA 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 so you could get…

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Six 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…

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What 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…

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Second 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…

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Heather McCabe Named to Best Lawyers List for 2021!

McCabe Russell, PA 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 practice using a methodology…

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Introducing Maida Hughes, Associate Attorney at McCabe Russell, PA

McCabe Russell, PA 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 for the Family Law…

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Heather McCabe Selected for 2020 Lawyers of Distinction

McCabe Russell, P.A. is proud to announce that partner Heather McCabe has been selected for membership in Lawyers of Distinction for 2020. Lawyers of Distinction is a third-party rating service which recognizes attorneys from across the country who practice civil and criminal law. Attorneys are nominated and then vetted by the Selection Committee, undergoing independent…

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Am I Responsible for My Spouse’s Debts if We Get Divorced?

Financial issues are one of the leading causes of divorce. Many couples find themselves disputing how to split up their assets, leading to a contentious battle between both parties. Though most people focus on the assets, it is important to remember that divorce may raise issues related to your debts as well. Dividing property in…

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