As discussed in Part 2, compatibility is perhaps the most important factor in selecting the divorce attorney right for you. Part 3 will complete this article by discussing several other factors to consider before making the final choice of a divorce attorney. Relevant Experience and Reputation Determined by the residence of the divorcing couple, divorce [...]
The U.S. divorce rate had dropped for three years in a row, dipping to its lowest mark in almost 40 years in 2016. However, the financial effects from divorce remain as devastating as ever. Depending on the state where you and your spouse reside, the average cost is from $15,000 to $20,000. If you are [...]
Depending upon the process that is used, divorce costs in Maryland can destroy a family's finances. Whether it's Mediation, Collaborative Divorce, or litigation, thousands of dollars can be wasted and paid to professionals prior to the creation and acceptance of a Maryland Separation and Divorce Agreement. Retained divorce professionals can help you significantly reduce [...]
A Divorce in Maryland can be very expensive. It can leave either spouse at risk for financial disaster, including bankruptcy. Advance divorce financial planning will greatly improve one's chances of an equitable settlement. These practical measures can take to minimize your costs or, at least, keep them under control: Do not get stuck on [...]
The saying goes, “everything is negotiable.” I haven’t found that to be true when it comes to Maryland divorce costs. Prior to the economic decline in 2009, most divorce professionals, including divorce financial planners, would not negotiate their fee, and pretty much “the sky was the limit” for fees in highly contested, litigated cases. [...]
