What to Look for in a Family Lawyer

Choosing the best family law attorney may help you feel more at ease and achieve better outcomes, whether you’re thinking about divorce, trying to resolve custody issues, coordinating an adoption, or dealing with another family law issue. Below, the attorneys at Rodier Family Law discuss what to look for in a family lawyer. Positive…

Legal Steps to Take When Your Spouse Asks for a Divorce

If your spouse asks for a divorce, it can be easy to jump from sadness to lashing out. Divorce is an emotional process, but when it comes to making sure you are legally covered you’ll want to make sure you take certain steps to protect your assets and other critical details that may impact your…

What to Do If Your Spouse Isn’t Cooperating During Divorce Proceedings

Deciding to split up when a marriage is no longer working is already a difficult decision to make. It can be even more challenging when one partner refuses to go through with your previous agreements. Below the attorneys at Rodier Family Law discuss the route to take if your spouse refuses to cooperate during divorce…

What are the Differences between Mediation and Collaborative Divorce?

Making the decision to get a divorce can be one of the most difficult choices in your life. When obtaining a divorce you can go through the mediation process or a collaborative divorce. Below our experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorneys discuss the difference between mediation and collaborative divorce. Mediation Mediation is an alternative conflict resolution…

Five Mistakes That May Interfere With Your Child Custody Case

Divorce is a challenging process and if children are involved, it can be especially tough. It’s important that you do not let your personal complications, as well as actions, interfere with your case. Mistakes happen, but some have consequences that can affect your child custody case. Below, our experienced and professional family law attorneys at…

What to Do If You Aren’t Receiving Child Custody Payments

Even when each parent is doing their part, child custody, child support and other co-parenting agreements can be challenging to manage. If your ex-partner is declining to contribute regardless of the court order, this can cause a physical, emotional and financial strain on the custodial parent. Below the experienced and professional attorneys at Rodier Family…

Potential Complications When Dating During the Divorce Process

It’s not unusual for a separated spouse to reenter the dating scene before their divorce is officially finalized. People move on, it’s natural, but it’s also undeniable that the timing of a new relationship can impact one’s divorce process. If you are considering dating during the divorce process, it is essential that you consider the…

Can I Avoid Court When Filing For Divorce?

Appearing in court can be a high-anxiety experience, especially during the divorce process. In Maryland, it is not required to spend the entire process in and out of court dates. Here at Rodier Family Law, our experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorneys discuss what can be done to avoid many trips to the courthouse during the…

Overlooked Steps Involved in the Divorce Process You Need to Know About

Many couples going through a divorce are experiencing this process for the first time. Those who are new to the divorce process can overlook certain steps that are necessary for protecting assets and other critical details that may impact your future. It’s important that you don’t rush through a divorce because simple yet important things…

How is Private Adoption Different From Public Adoption?

Adopting a child is a document intensive, and sometimes lengthy, but fulfilling process. Understanding the process and requirements before beginning is essential to ensure that you can proceed successfully. Below, our team of family law attorneys discuss the step-by-step process for private adoption in Maryland. Private Versus Public Adoption Private adoptions do not involve…