Summary Of Changes In Maryland Family Law: Several grounds for divorce will be eliminated from October 1, 2023, including adultery, desertion, insanity, criminal convictions leading to incarceration, cruelty of treatment, and 12-month separation. While "fault-based" grounds have been removed, the conduct of spouses during marriage remains relevant for property distribution. Two new grounds for divorce introduced: 6-month separation (without needing separate residences) and irreconcilable differences. Mutual consent continues as a valid ground for divorce in Maryland. There are groundbreaking changes occurring in Maryland regarding family law matters, including grounds for divorce. These changes will go into effect on October 1, 2023 and will apply to cases that are filed on or after that date. In this article, we outline a few of the upcoming changes to the grounds for divorce…Read More
Mr. Greenberg has been selected to the “Up & Coming Lawyers” Class of 2023 by What’s Up? Central Maryland. Greenberg Legal Group LLC focuses its practice on family law matters, including divorce, custody and other domestic issues. The firm proudly serves clients across the State of Maryland including Anne Arundel County, Howard County, Montgomery County and other counties throughout the State. Mr. Greenberg would like to thank his colleagues, staff and most importantly, his clients for this honor. Greenberg Legal Group LLC will continue to honor its commitment of serving clients in family law matters across the State of Maryland.Read More
A mutual consent divorce is a "no fault" ground for absolute divorce in Maryland. If you and your spouse agree that the dissolution of your marriage is in the best interest of both parties, you should seek a mutual consent divorce for a smooth, speedy and amicable resolution. The court may grant an absolute divorce on the grounds of mutual consent if the following conditions are met: (i) The parties sign, execute and submit a written settlement agreement to the court that resolves all issues pertaining to (1) alimony; (2) the distribution of property; and (3) the custody, care, visitation and support of any minor children; (ii) If the parties have any minor children, they must include a completed child support guidelines worksheet to the settlement agreement if the document…Read More
Mr. Greenberg has been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Maryland for his family law practice. This marks the fifth consecutive year that Mr. Greenberg has been selected. According to Super Lawyers, only the top 2.5% of attorneys in Maryland are selected to the Rising Stars list. Mr. Greenberg would like to thank his colleagues, staff and most importantly, his clients for this honor. Greenberg Legal Group LLC enjoys the great privilege of serving clients in family law matters across the State of Maryland. Mr. Greenberg is also featured in an article by Super Lawyers for a community organization. For more details please click here.Read More
The Greenberg Legal Group is proud to have been featured in the Chesapeake edition of Our Community USA. The online version of the magazine can be found here. Our Community USA produces and publishes a directory of recommended business for the local community. Our Community USA’s focuses its content to serve the local Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (“LGBT”) communities but is a service to all people looking for local, recommended businesses. We are proud to serve Our Community USA’s efforts towards inclusivity and look forward to continuing to serve the Annapolis community and surrounding areas.Read More
In Maryland, there are two types of “divorce” – Limited Divorce and Absolute divorce. There are important distinctions between the two, including the various grounds on which either can be obtained as well as the relief that the Court can grant. Put simply, an Absolute Divorce is considered the final ending of a marriage. In contrast, a Limited Divorce does not end the marriage but establishes certain legal responsibilities while the parties are separated. This article will discuss some of the specifics of a Limited Divorce and how a Limited Divorce differs from an Absolute Divorce. What IS Limited Divorce? A Limited Divorce does not end a marriage, nor does it permit remarriage. After being granted a Limited Divorce, the parties may choose to file a Complaint for Absolute Divorce once…Read More
When a married couple decides to get a divorce, they often want to do so in the quickest, most efficient way possible while minimizing the amount of stress that often accompanies the divorce process. In order to obtain a divorce in Maryland, you need to satisfy one of the “grounds” for divorce under Maryland law. In 2015, Maryland established a new ground for divorce based on mutual consent (or agreement) of the parties. At Greenberg Legal Group LLC, here are a few questions we often get about mutual consent divorce: 1. Do I Need To Be Separated From My Spouse To Get A Mutual Consent Divorce? No. Separating from your spouse after deciding to get a divorce can be very difficult for a number of reasons, including the financial impact of…Read More
When a small business owner opens their business, odds are they aren't thinking about the risk of lawsuits. Most business owners hope that they don't have to face lawsuits and do everything they can to avoid them from the start. Unfortunately, most companies face lawsuits at some point during their operation, no matter how careful they are. A smart small business owner should have a lawyer to represent the company in the case of a legal issue, especially if it involves a party who was injured at your place of business. This is where a personal injury lawyer, with an emphasis on slip and falls in a business like our friends at Cohen & Cohen, can help if you find yourself injured in a business or professional establishment or if…Read More
We recently put out an article on Peace Orders, which are similar to but different from Protective Orders. There are important distinctions between Peace Orders and Protective Orders. The purpose of this article is to highlight some of the differences between the two and how, under the right circumstances, a Protective Order can help you. What Is A Protective Order Order? Similar to a Peace Order, a Protective Order is a type of restraining order which a Court can enter restricting a person’s lawful ability to contact another person. Whether you should seek a Peace Order or Protective Order largely depends on your relationship with the person from whom you are seeking protection. The person filing the Petition for Protective Order and seeking protection from the Court is referred to…Read More
A Peace Order is a type of restraining order which a Court can enter restricting a person’s lawful ability to contact another person. Although the terms “Peace Order” and “Protective Order” are often used interchangeably, they are not the same. There are several important differences between each. Whether you should seek a Peace Order or Protective Order largely depends on your relationship with the person from whom you are seeking protection. Who Is Eligible For A Peace Order? Before you go into Court, you need to know whether you should be seeking a Peace Order or Protective Order. If you file for the wrong type of restraining order, the Court will dismiss your Petition because you do not satisfy the necessary relationship with the Respondent (the person who you are…Read More
