Maryland Dissolution of Marriage Lawyer
Tailored and Compassionate Divorce Services
The ending of a marriage is one of the most difficult times in anyone's life. Our attorneys at Poole & Kane, P.A., are dedicated advocates who strive to provide comprehensive divorce representation to our Maryland clients. When reviewing your divorce situation we can discuss the possible causes of action, the benefits of a marital settlement agreement and how we can assist you through the dissolution of marriage process.
To learn more about your rights and options, contact a divorce lawyer at our office online or call 301-790-3600 and schedule an appointment at our Hagerstown office.
Property Division
Since Maryland is an equitable division state, property and assets are divided equally and fairly upon divorce. However, this does not necessarily mean that everything is divided 50-50. Our firm can assess your case to determine what you can expect when dealing with the property division aspect of a divorce. It is important that all assets be considered and properly valued, including family businesses.
Alimony (Spousal Support)
Alimony is not awarded in all divorce cases. However, the courts consider a number factors when determining if alimony is warranted in a specific situation. These factors include length of the marriage, health and age of the parties, income-earning potential of each spouse, and reasons for the end of the marriage. Our firm can review your case to determine if it is realistic to pursue alimony. We also handle cases where a spouse is attempting to prevent alimony from being awarded.
High-Asset Divorce
In addition to handling uncontested and simple contested divorce cases, our firm also has experience handling very complex divorce matters. Couples with high-value assets and properties often aggressively argue over how the assets are divided and who gets what. These cases often have large amounts of alimony involved. We strive to help clients get the property and assets they deserve when resolving a complex divorce. Our firm can also take steps to ensure that all assets are uncovered in order to divide them, even if they are in offshore accounts.
Child Custody and Visitation
When handling a contested child custody case that stems from a divorce, it is important that the proper professional evaluations are obtained. These evaluations can include an assessment of the mental and emotional well-being of the children and the parents, which can affect the living situation of the children. This allows us to present information to the court on how custody may best be awarded, according to a professional. Whether we are fighting to see that you get custody or visitation, or are attempting to prevent the other parent from getting custody, our firm can take the time to explain the different types of custody (sole custody, joint custody) and what they may mean for you and your children in the future.
Child Support
In Maryland, there are statutes that specifically dictate how child support is to be awarded. A formula is used to calculate the amount of child support that is needed in order to provide for the well-being and care of the children. Some of the figures that are entered into the formula include income of each parent, child care costs and medical care costs. We can help you understand how the Maryland child support guidelines may dictate your child support payments.
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You do not have to face your divorce or other family law issue alone. Contact our office to discuss your specific questions or concerns with an experienced divorce lawyer.