Navigating a divorce is inherently challenging, and the complexities multiply when children with special needs are involved. Coover Law Firm, LLC is committed to providing specialized legal services tailored to the unique needs of families undergoing divorce with special needs children in Howard County, Maryland. With years of experience and a compassionate approach, we ensure…
Maryland is an equitable distribution state, so both spouses are required to disclose all assets and debts during a divorce, even those they believe are their separate property. However, even with these disclosures, it’s not uncommon for a spouse to hide money or assets during a divorce in an attempt to keep it for themselves. …
Unfortunately, many mothers and fathers find themselves co-parenting with someone who is constantly causing problems. The source of this issue may very well be narcissism, a well-known disorder in popular culture. Narcissists may have diagnosed or undiagnosed narcissistic personality disorder, or they may simply display narcissistic traits that don’t quite meet the full criteria for…
A prenuptial agreement, or ‘prenup’ is a legal agreement created and signed by two people before they get married. Prenups protect each spouse’s assets, as well as clearly stating each spouse’s responsibilities regarding martial and premarital debts. A crucial element of the prenup is making sure each spouse is taken care of financially in the…
There’s a trend of older individuals getting divorced in Maryland. Known as a ‘gray divorce,’ mature couples, typically baby boomers, will decide to split after 20 to 30 years of marriage. In fact, according to Pew Research Center, the divorce rate of couples who are over 50 years old has doubled since 1990. Essentially, more…
Aside from the emotional gut punch that a divorce can bring, the financial burden is often one of the scariest parts for most people. We get asked all the time for advice about how to best prepare for a divorce financially. While there is no cut-and-dry solution for making the divorce process affordable, there are…
