Rockville Criminal Defense And Family Law Blog

You and your partner or spouse have split up, possibly because you didn’t see eye to eye on parts of your relationship. One area where it’s key to find the common ground after you break up, however, is in parenting. You might be a warm and cuddly parent and your ex...

Prenuptial agreements are no longer just for people who come with trust funds or the uber-wealthy. They’ve become an important tool for modern couples -- many of whom have their own independent investments and enterprises before they tie the knot. A good prenup...

You were having the time of your life at the bar when another patron started getting out of hand. The next thing you knew, there was a big fight, and you knew that you needed to get out of there. You headed to your vehicle and quickly drove off, not even thinking...

Supervised visitation is a tactic used when the court wants a parent to be able to see their child but is not sure if it’s a good idea for the parent to see that child all on their own. Instead, they will set up a schedule so that the parent can visit with the child...

If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), he or she will likely arrive at that suspicion after talking to you. Officers often mention smelling alcohol or listening to someone slur their words as the things that tip them off...

You do not have to go to court to get divorced. Out-of-court agreements are very popular because they can be faster and cheaper, and because they give you and your spouse more control over the outcome. Often, you’re still going to work with an attorney or a mediator....

All manner of money issues can lead to divorce, and it’s often cited as one of the most common reasons for a marital split. Couples that may otherwise feel like the relationship works can see everything fall apart when they run into money trouble.  But it’s not just...

Getting engaged is supposed to be a very romantic experience, and you likely don't want to damper that too much by discussing unpleasant practicalities immediately. However, agreeing to certain terms in a prenuptial agreement can protect both you and your fiance from...

Shared custody scenarios have become the new normal for modern divorces in both Maryland and Washington D.C. Most couples can find a way to more or less evenly share parental responsibilities during and after their divorce. However, for some people, shared custody may...

You love your child, but one thing you’ve always been concerned about is the potential that you are not their father. Even if a DNA test came back negative, you’d want to be a part of their life. It puts you in a difficult position, because you want to know but know...