Do 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, 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…
Read MoreIntroducing 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…
Read MoreCongratulations, Jennifer Bradbury, on Your Promotion to Senior Associate!
McCabe Russell, PA 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 by focusing first and…
Read MoreMcCabe Russell, PA Named One of Baltimore’s Top 50 Women Owned Businesses!
McCabe Russell, PA 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 51% women-owned. Placement on…
Read MoreHeather 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…
Read MoreAm 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…
Read MoreMillennials Are Finding Solace In Prenuptial Agreements
Prenups are often thought of as reducing marriage to a business deal where skepticism is alive and well when it comes to the reason two people have chosen to get married. In the past, most people have thought of prenuptial agreements as beginning a marriage with an unromantic omen that it will end in divorce,…
Read MoreNarcissistic Personality Disorder, and Its Effects on Your Divorce
It’s no secret that divorce is a challenging and stressful life event. However, when your spouse is narcissistic, going through a divorce can become frustrating and discouraging. Dealing with someone with narcissistic personality disorder is challenging and, often, divorces can become contentious very quickly if you are not thoroughly prepared. What is narcissistic personality disorder…
Read MoreNew Family Law Legislation Update
Despite the courts having been closed for nearly two months, state laws are still being reviewed, revised, and passed in order to continue bettering the legal system. To its credit, the Maryland legislature has been quite busy of late, to include the passing of new laws related to family court issues aimed at providing parties…
Read MoreTrying to Pay Alimony When COVID-19 Has Affected Your Income
It is supposed to happen every month like clockwork for many separated or divorced couples – alimony payments. With Coronavirus causing so much job loss across the country, it may be inevitable that you will experience a reduction in income either due to job furloughs or your employer going out of business. So what does…
Read MoreHow to Shelter in Place With Your Ex
These are certainly trying times for everyone. Life changed in an instant as did a lot of plans that had been set in motion. Suddenly everyone has found their lives in a holding pattern with moves, starting new jobs, attending school, and beginning a new life that was to follow on the heels of separating…
Read MoreSubstance Abuse Complicates Child Custody Matters
Frequently, when two parents head to court over issues related to their children, it often boils down to someone wanting more visitation, or a complete change in custody. Allegations of all sorts can begin to fly when the gloves come off, including drug and alcohol abuse. This can be a game changer when it comes…
Read MoreIt’s Never Too Soon to Meet with an Attorney If You’re Thinking of Separating from Your Spouse
Separating from your spouse can be complicated, especially if you are ready to move on, but he/she is not. One of the best decisions you can make for yourself is to seek legal counsel as soon as you can. There is no such thing as “too soon to see a divorce lawyer,” because the sooner…
Read MoreProtective Orders vs. Stay-at-Home Orders in Maryland
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic here in Maryland and across the nation, many families and couples are quarantining together in order to slow the spread of the virus. Stay-at-home orders enacted across the country aimed at protecting our citizens, however, have resulted in increased domestic violence complaints. USA Today reports that, although stay-at-home orders…
Read MoreChild Custody, Co-Parenting, and COVID-19
Sharing custody of your child can be a challenge under any circumstance. Meshing schedules together and ensuring the best interests of your kids during a national pandemic can seem almost impossible, even when you and the other parent have a strong relationship. With school and business closings, stay-at-home orders in place, and unemployment on the…
Read MoreCourt Updates for Montgomery County and Howard County
Helping divorce and family law clients in Maryland keep their cases moving forward As of this writing, Maryland courts are closed to the public. Because things change rapidly, however, we wanted you to be able to find information about Howard County and Montgomery County courts quickly and easily. The following information has been complied by…
Read MoreWhen Should I Tell My Kids about Our Separation and Divorce?
It’s probably the most difficult conversation to have outside of deciding to go ahead with a divorce. No, it’s not telling your spouse. We’re talking about breaking the news to your children. Kids thrive on routine and the comfort of having their family intact. It’s one of those basic needs they rely on for stability.…
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