How Do I Change My Child Custody Agreement?

February 10, 2016

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the steps an individual should take when seeking modifications to an established child custody agreement. Child custody arrangements are one of the most debated topics during divorce. However, if a divorced couple finds that their initial arrangement is not working out, there are two primary ways…

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What Is the Difference Between a Judge and a Magistrate?

January 12, 2016

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the difference between a circuit court judge and a magistrate. The words judge and magistrate are often used interchangeably in legal terms, and there is a common misconception that they represent the same person. However, judges and magistrates have different roles and responsibilities within the legal…

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4 Settlement Traps You Need to Consider During Your Divorce

December 28, 2015

The divorce attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the most common settlement pitfalls to avoid during the divorce process. In the midst of all the despair and stress that may arise when going through a divorce, people often agree to irrational financial decisions that may have harsh consequences on their future after the divorce is…

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Children, Divorce and the Holidays

December 14, 2015

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain methods for helping children of divorce during the holidays. While the holidays are a time of family fun for many, this time of year can prove to be more difficult for children whose parents have recently split or are in the process of splitting. The changes…

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The Divorce Team: Who You Need on Your Side and Why

November 17, 2015

The divorce attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the components of a divorce team and the importance of each throughout the divorce process. No matter what stage of life you and your spouse are in when you decide to divorce, there’s always some despair or stress that surfaces. When confirming with yourself and your spouse…

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4 Reasons to Consider a Postnuptial Agreement

October 29, 2015

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law offer four reasons a married couple should consider a postnuptial agreement.  With the marriage of two individuals also comes the marriage of those two individual’s assets. However, in the event you and your spouse decide to divorce, what was once 100 percent ownership of assets can soon…

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College Funding Issues to Resolve During a Divorce

October 15, 2015

The divorce attorneys at Rodier Family Law offer three steps divorcing couples should consider when addressing college funding concerns. With college tuition prices steadily increasing by the year, many proactive parents have begun saving for their child’s college education shortly after birth. Even though couples are initially preparing together for the financial burdens of the…

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Technology Matters to Address During Divorce

September 24, 2015

The divorce attorneys at Rodier Family Law offer six tips for addressing technology matters while going through a divorce. Although this statement probably comes as no surprise, it never hurts to reiterate that there are many crucial components of a marriage that need to be settled when a couple decides it’s time to divorce. Between…

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3 New Divorce Laws in Maryland

September 10, 2015

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain three new laws related to the divorce process that were recently passed by the Maryland Legislature. In a recent 2015 session, Legislature passed three new bills that will affect the divorce process in Maryland. Moving forward, couples will have now have more control in determining when…

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Collaborative Divorce vs. Mediation in Family Law

August 28, 2015

The family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the differences between collaborative divorce and mediation. Coming to the conclusion that it’s time for you and your spouse to divorce is oftentimes a difficult task due to a fear of enduring a long and stressful process. There could be decades of history with children that…

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