On April 9, 2016, members of the bar, bench and community, including partner Samantha P. Rodier, gathered at the University of Baltimore for an one-day symposium entitled “It Takes a Village: Moving Baltimore Youth Forward Together;” the community service project created by the 2015-2016 Maryland State Bar Association Leadership Academy Fellows. Under the mentorship and guidance of the…
Read MoreResponsible parents regularly sacrifice their own well-being for their children’s health and happiness. But when parents choose to divorce, their own emotional baggage sometimes clouds their judgment when it comes to what’s best for their child. Rodier Family Law examine the ‘best interests’ standard, a law that ensures that the well-being of the child remains…
Read MoreThe family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law discuss the challenges facing same-sex couples wishing to legally separate. The 2015 Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage has continued to affect US courts in unexpected ways. While same-sex couples across the country lined up to become officially married, others exercised their newly established rights to file…
Read MoreThe family law attorneys from Rodier Family Law provide suggestions on how to best prepare for a possible separation or divorce. If you are facing a point where marriage is no longer in your best interest, then you should begin preparing yourself. Just like any situation, being well-prepared can be invaluable. Divorce is emotional, and it…
Read MoreThe family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law highlight the benefits of creating a prenuptial agreement. No one wants to plan for the end of a marriage before it begins, but a prenuptial agreement can help ensure that your interests are protected in the event that the marriage dissolves. A prenuptial agreement, otherwise known as a “prenup,”…
Read MoreEvery year children eagerly await the end of the school year, as summer break is a rite of passage and one of the many perks of being school aged child. However, for parents who are divorced or separated, this time off can be a nightmare. While summer vacation can quickly turn into a stressful, chaotic…
Read MoreBeing a parent is rewarding and fulfilling – but can also be hard. At times, co-parenting can make this already arduous task seem impossible. If your split from your partner was laden with turmoil and tension, co-parenting may be one of the most challenging aspects of your life. As cliché as it sounds, putting your…
Read MoreWith gender neutrality becoming the norm, mothers and fathers are generally accepted to be equally fit to parent. With this acceptance also comes the idea that joint physical custody should occur earlier in a child’s life if the parents are no longer living together as a couple. However, there has been a slight exception to…
Read MoreIt’s an unfortunate situation, but all too familiar: Parents unable to agree on major decisions that affect their minor children. Whether it’s the child’s primary residence, or which type of schooling is best, parents who are separated or going through the divorce process often find themselves in a contentious battle when there is not a…
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