What happens during an initial consultation with a Howard or Montgomery County divorce lawyer? The initial consultation with your Howard and Montgomery County divorce lawyer is one of the most important steps you’ll take in the divorce process. It is the first step and can lay the groundwork for how the divorce proceeds. When you…

Thinking about getting a divorce? It helps to know how the process works in your state. The state sets divorce laws, but where you live decides which court handles your case. If you are getting divorced in Bethesda, your case will usually be filed in the Montgomery County Circuit Court. A Maryland divorce lawyer will…

If you are going through a divorce or custody case in Maryland, you may be worried about how your daily habits could affect the outcome. Kratom is generally legal in Maryland, but that does not mean family court will ignore it. Judges focus on the child’s safety and well-being above everything else. If something raises…

At McCabe Russell Divorce and Child Custody Lawyers, we believe in supporting our local communities. Events, like Catonsville Pride on June 13, create opportunities for people to come together to support and celebrate inclusion and love. As a law firm serving families and individuals throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C., we understand the importance of connection,…

It’s rare for any divorce to be easy, but if you and/or your spouse are in the military, there are added intricacies you’ll have to work out when filing, setting up custody, and determining support. Maryland has a large military population, with Navy, Army, and Air Force bases throughout the state. As such, it’s common…

Maryland law allows grandparents to raise their grandchildren in certain circumstances, typically through custody, guardianship, or other court-recognized arrangements. However, these situations often involve legal complexities. Understanding the legal rights of grandparents, and speaking with a Maryland grandparents’ rights attorney, can help you obtain the best parenting arrangement for your family. What is child visitation,…

The death of a parent during an ongoing divorce or child support case can be tragically devastating and legally complex. When the divorce has not yet been finalized, questions inevitably arise regarding custody and support obligations. Understanding how Maryland law addresses these situations, and speaking with one of our Maryland divorce lawyers, can help you…

A divorce can affect your child’s college savings, financial aid, and ongoing financial support. Even so, there are resources available to help you and your child plan effectively for higher education. Understanding the options for planning for college after divorce, and speaking with one of our Maryland divorce lawyers, may make it easier to support…

Unlike our usual courtroom drama, this week brought something completely different: a Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium on July 15 that unexpectedly turned into a viral scandal. Hot in the spotlight were Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief People Officer. Here’s how it all went down, and why, as divorce lawyers,…

When your relationship is struggling and you’re raising children together, it’s only natural to ask yourself: Should we stay together for the kids? Maybe the fighting has escalated, or maybe you’ve both grown distant, living like roommates rather than partners. Either way, the decision to separate or divorce can feel like an impossible choice, especially…