Starting October 1, 2025, Maryland families navigating child custody disputes will face a dramatically different legal landscape. Thanks to the passage of House Bill 1191 and Senate Bill 548, the state has officially codified its custody laws. This brings long-awaited clarity, consistency, and structure to how courts determine custody arrangements. At RPM Law, our Maryland…
Effective October 1, 2025, Maryland has enacted sweeping changes to its child custody laws through House Bill 1191 (HB1191) and Senate Bill 548 (SB548). These legislative updates mark a significant shift in how courts determine legal and physical custody, offering greater transparency, predictability, and structure for families navigating custody disputes. If you are involved in…
Divorce and custody disputes are often deeply emotional. When one or both parents are in therapy, questions sometimes arise about whether a counselor’s notes or mental health records can end up in court. In Maryland, the answer is not simple. While therapy notes are generally protected, there are situations where they may be requested, challenged,…
Ending a marriage can feel like closing one chapter and cautiously opening another. For many people, that next chapter eventually includes dating again. While meeting new people can be exciting, it is important to understand how dating after divorce in Maryland may affect your legal rights and responsibilities, particularly if your divorce is not yet…
Divorce can feel overwhelming, bringing emotional challenges and financial uncertainty. But in Maryland, once your divorce is final, you have a real chance to start fresh and take control of your future. Knowing the important legal and personal steps to take can make this transition smoother and help you build a stable new life. At…
Divorce is hard enough when both parties are honest. But when one spouse hides assets to avoid fair division, it becomes a whole new battle. Unfortunately, this happens more often than many people realize. At RPM Law, we work with Maryland clients who want a fair divorce, one where no one hides money, property, or…
The Law Offices of Stacey B. Rice, LLC is proud to share an exciting update — we are now Rice Posner Mastracci, LLC (RPM Law). This change reflects the continued growth of our firm and recognizes the significant contributions of partners Samantha Posner and Nicholas Mastracci to our success. Stacey Rice, Founding Partner, brings over…
Telling your child about a divorce might be one of the hardest conversations you’ll ever have. You want to be honest without overwhelming them, calm yet not cold, and clear without being too much. And you want to protect their heart while your own may still be breaking. What you say and how you say…
When parents separate or divorce, few issues carry more emotional weight than child custody. In Maryland, judges don’t automatically favor one parent over the other. Instead, they focus on a single guiding principle: what is in the best interests of the child. But what does that actually mean? How do courts define a child’s best…
When parents split up, staying connected with your kids can become a lot harder, especially if you live in different places or work unusual hours. That’s where virtual visitation comes in. Whether it’s a quick FaceTime call after school or a Zoom check-in before bed, technology gives parents new ways to stay part of their…
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