A Last Will and Testament (a “Will”) is a written document that, among other things, directs how a person’s assets will be disposed of after their death. To be valid in the State of Maryland, a Will must be signed by the person who is making the Will to dispose of their assets, as well as attested to and signed by two witnesses in the presence of each other and in the presence of the person making the Will known as the “Testator” when a male, and a “Testatrix,” when a female. While this process can be complex, there are a few basics that you should know before beginning. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about Wills and the impact it has on…Read More
In divorce litigation, “discovery” refers to the process of obtaining information from the opposing party about issues relevant to the case. In a recent article which you can find here, we discussed the basics of discovery in divorce litigation. While discovery can be an extremely helpful – even necessary – process in a contested divorce case, it can often seem overwhelming when trying to respond to the other party’s discovery requests. In this article, we provide a few helpful tips about responding to the opposing party’s discovery responses. By working with a family law attorney, your attorney can take a lot of the work off of your shoulders and reduce the overall stress of the process. Your family law attorney will know which information must be provided and help you…Read More
Divorce mediation can be an extremely helpful tool for spouses going through the divorce process. In divorce mediation, both parties meet with a neutral and impartial mediator to discuss issues like property distributions, custody, alimony and other issues which arise from their divorce. At the Greenberg Legal Group, we are frequently asked about the benefits of divorce mediation. Here are a few: Divorce mediation can reduce the overall cost of the divorce process. Let’s face it – going to Court for a contentious divorce can be expensive. If you are taking your spouse to Court for a contested divorce, you should (but are not required to) have an attorney to represent you. In order to properly represent you, your attorney will need to draft and file a number of different…Read More
When filing for custody in Maryland, it is important to know the basics of custody and what to expect in your custody case. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about child custody in Maryland: 1) Are there different types of child custody in Maryland? Yes. In Maryland, there are two different types of custody – physical custody and legal custody. Physical custody refers to schedule on which each parent has the child. Common terms associated with physical custody include primary physical custody or shared physical custody. These terms are general in nature but can be used to describe many different schedules as to when the child will spend time with each parent. Legal custody refers to the decision-making authority of each parent for…Read More
When somebody starts a divorce or custody case, there is often a significant level of conflict with the opposing party. Whether the opposing party is your spouse, the parent of your children, or both, there is usually a lot of history – both good and bad – which has brought you to the point of going to Court. Hiring an experienced family law attorney to help guide you through this process is extremely important. Equally important, however, is the ability to be honest with your attorney about the history of your case. When a client meets with their attorney for the first time, the client usually has a lot of information that they want the attorney to know. In divorce cases, this may include information about property that the parties…Read More
When two parties are going through a divorce, the property between the parties needs to be equitably distributed between the two. However, it is not just assets that need to be taken into account. Marital Debt will be considered when a division of assets is occurring, which can have major impacts on how property is divided. Whether a debt is marital or not can sometimes be a confusing process, as the line between marital and non-marital debt is not always clear. While this process can be complex, there are a few basics that you should know before beginning. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about Marital Debt and the impact it has on property division during divorces in Maryland: 1. What is “Marital…Read More
Prenuptial Agreements are becoming increasingly common between couples, both young and old, who plan to get married. In this article, we previously discussed the basics of Prenuptial Agreements – including what they are, what they can (and cannot) cover and the process of obtaining a Prenuptial Agreement. Prenuptial Agreements are a powerful tool to give you and your partner a secure, strong and stable foundation as you head into your marriage. Here are a few of the specific benefits of entering into a Prenuptial Agreement in Maryland: Protecting Your Assets. People enter into marriages at all different ages and phases of life. Sometimes, people enter into a marriage with little to no money or property. Other times, people enter into marriages having already acquired significant assets prior to the marriage.…Read More
The term “discovery” refers to the process of gathering information which is relevant to your case. Discovery is a very important tool that allows each party to obtain information from the other party about facts and issues which are relevant to the case. There are many different types of discovery which a party may use to learn about the strengths – and potential weaknesses – in their case. In this article, we answer a few questions that people frequently ask about the discovery process during their divorce case. What types of “discovery” can I use to help my case? There are many different types of discovery which a party can use for their case. Through the discovery process, you can send the other party written questions about the case called…Read More
After Peace Order or Protective Order proceedings occur in Maryland, it is important to consider whether you can have these proceedings shielded or expunged from public view. While this process can be complex, there are a few basics that you should know before beginning. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about shielding Peace and Protective Order cases in Maryland: What does “Shielding” the records mean? When someone has their Court records shielded, this means that the records are removed from the public view. For the physical copies of the records, shielding means that the records are moved to a different and secure area of the courthouse. For all electronic copies of the records and judicial proceedings – including Maryland Case Search – shielding…Read More
Before filing for custody in Maryland, it is important to understand the process of filing for custody and what it means to start a custody case. While contested custody cases can be complex, there are a few basics that you should know before starting the process. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about filing for custody in Maryland: How Do I File For Custody In Maryland? You start the process of filing for custody in Maryland by filing a Complaint for Custody with the Circuit Court which has jurisdiction over your case. By filing a Complaint for Custody, you are opening a custody case with the Circuit Court so that further proceedings can take place. Under Maryland law, the Complaint for Custody should…Read More
