If you have college-aged children, the process of divorce can be further complicated by changes in your financial aid eligibility and that of your ex-spouse. The family law attorneys of Rodier Family Law suggest ways of preparing for and better managing college costs during divorce. Whether you are a parent of a newly blended family,…
Read MoreThe family practice attorneys at Rodier Family Law explain the concept of nesting and offer suggestions on how to determine whether it would be in a family’s best interests to implement it. Divorce is challenging and uncomfortable for every member of a family. Often, children can be impacted negatively by the changes in their daily…
Read MoreThe family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law detail various methods of protecting your children on the web after a spousal separation. After official divorce proceedings have concluded, you and your ex-spouse will need to become accustomed to a new co-parenting routine. If your children are old enough to use the internet, they will likely…
Read MoreThe family law attorneys at Rodier Family Law break down the legal differences between the various types of child custody in the state of Maryland. Child custody cannot be defined simply as a parent’s legal right to a role in his or her child’s life. Parents who are awarded legal custody have the right to…
Read MoreOn 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,”…
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