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A prenuptial agreement, commonly called a “prenup,” is a legal contract between two individuals planning to marry. This contract outlines the management and division of assets, debts, and other financial aspects in the event of a divorce or death of one of the spouses. It serves as a proactive measure to clarify each party’s financial…

As of October 2023, Maryland has undergone a profound transformation in its approach to handling divorces, marking a significant shift in the legal landscape for couples considering dissolution of marriage. These amendments to Maryland’s divorce laws are a pivotal move towards streamlining the divorce process, offering a more straightforward and collaborative approach to marital dissolution….

Determining what is marital and separate property in a divorce can be difficult, and you must have a just outcome to preserve your legal and financial rights. If you choose our Maryland property division lawyer at Shah & Kishore to represent you, we will fight to protect your interests and determine what is and is…

Alimony is a payment from one spouse to the other after a divorce. The purpose of alimony is to offer the receiving party to become self-supporting. If you or the other party receive alimony, it is usually ‘rehabilitative,’ which means for a certain period to allow the receiving spouse time to obtain education or training…

Divorce is usually stressful and emotionally draining for most people. However, there are options to reduce the pain of divorce potentially, as well as the expense. One way to lessen divorce stress is mediation, which you will learn about in the following article. Our Maryland divorce mediation attorney at Shah & Kishore has years of…

Understanding what belongs to you and what does not can increase the stress of a divorce. When you own a business, you may be especially concerned that the entity is protected and preserved for your and your children’s benefit. As your Maryland property division attorney, Shah & Kishore will safeguard your interests and determine the…

Same-sex marriage became legal in Maryland in 2013, and the Civil Marriage Protection Act allows LGBTQ couples to obtain a marriage license like any couple. However, like any couple, the time may come when an LGBTQ couple needs to divorce, and choosing an attorney who is experienced same-sex divorces can help ease the pain of…

Getting divorced when children are involved can lead to complex questions about which parent will pay for what. For example, who will pay for private school tuition for the children after the divorce? The answer depends on several factors that are highlighted in this article. Our experienced Maryland divorce lawyers at Shah & Kishore can…

Sadly, domestic violence is a common problem in Maryland and across the country. Fortunately, several resources are available in the state for those seeking relief. You can seek an interim protective order, temporary protective order, or final protective order from the court, which requires one party to abstain from contacting or engaging in certain acts…

Our attorneys have experience with some parents deciding to live in poverty to avoid making child support payments. Regardless of these efforts, payments are still required. This article describes what voluntary impoverishment is according to family law and the factors the court considers when ruling on this subject. If you have questions about voluntary impoverishment…