Howard County Marriage and Divorce

Marriage is a legal institution that binds two people in a contract.  Maryland recognizes same-sex marriages yet common law marriage does not exist in the state.  Whether you are looking for a prenuptial agreement, have questions about divorce, are seeking divorce or need legal counsel for any other matter, put your faith in us.  We can help establish a “bulletproof” prenuptial agreement that protects the assets you worked so hard to earn.  We will help you avoid liability for your partner’s debts and ultimately make the separation process that much easier.

If you decide to divorce, our Howard County legal team will counsel you on your rights, review your assets, craft a customized legal strategy and educate you about the idiosyncrasies of state divorce law.  Maryland has two types of divorce: absolute and limited.  Absolute is the full termination of the marriage.   Limited divorce allows spouses to live separately and resolves certain child custody and financial challenges.  Limited divorce participants are still married.  We are here to guide you through the divorce process, select the type of Howard County divorce best for you and ultimately emerge with a fair result.

Child Custody

Child custody and visitation rights are two of the more contentious family law issues. Divorced and separated parents often find it difficult to schedule visitation hours that prove mutually acceptable. Furthermore, if you are looking to establish custody, the legal battle will prove that much more challenging. If child custody and visitation cannot be ironed out in a matrimonial settlement agreement, we will fiercely advocate on your behalf in a court of law. The gain is to obtain a favorable child custody court order and ensure the agreement is enforced across posterity.

Guardianship

Disabled individuals, those with special needs and some elderly relatives require legal guardians. Our family law attorney can help you establish guardianship over a loved one or another person in your life in need of assistance. If you are appointed as a guardian to a property, we will advise you of your fiduciary duties including the yearly reporting responsibilities. In some cases, our legal team establishes guardianship for minors in need of a guardian to make adult-level decisions pertaining to health, education, etc.

Adoption

Those looking to adopt in the state of Maryland will find the process is rife with bureaucracy. Let us navigate you through this bureaucratic maze so you can adopt the child, adolescent or other individual you have your heart set on. We represent those looking to adopt a child in foster care as well as those seeking a child through a third-party adoption group or individual. Alternatively, if you are a Howard County parent looking to terminate your parental rights, our legal counsel will prove invaluable.

Domestic Violence and Protective Orders Throughout the Greater Howard County Area

Domestic violence victims should immediately reach out to law enforcement for assistance. Our legal team is here to help you emerge with justice, press criminal charges and possibly obtain a protective order against your significant other, family member or other individual.

Those facing allegations of domestic violence are in desperate need of a savvy legal representative. Domestic violence allegations have the potential to negatively impact custodial rights, other legal rights and your reputation in the community. Meet with our Howard County legal team as soon as possible for a confidential review of your case.