Yes, Maryland divorce records are public, but there are nuances to what is publicly available in each case. Changes in court technology and privacy rules have made some minor changes to what the public can access. If you’re going through a divorce or thinking about filing one, knowing what information will be available to the…
Maryland has now put custody evaluator qualifications into law. This is a major shift from years of unclear expectations and widely differing credentials for custody evaluators. For families that are navigating family custody disputes, this helps to bring new consistency across the state. Understanding what these requirements mean and how they might impact your case…
How much your divorce will cost will depend a great deal on whether the case is contested or uncontested. How long your divorce takes and the procedural costs of filing in court can also have a significant impact on the overall total you pay. Understanding the cost ranges you might face can help you plan…
Retirement accounts are often some of the biggest assets you owe when it comes time to divorce. They need close attention so that you divide a 401(k), pension, or other retirement asset correctly. Maryland courts generally treat these accounts as marital property for any contributions made during the marriage. Knowing how to calculate and divide…
Many parents have kids in multiple households. Blended families often mean that you may have one child spending time with a former spouse, while you have children with your current partner. Child support questions can seem complex in these situations, but Maryland has ways of accounting for the impact this has on your finances. Child…
Maryland has made some changes to how permanent protective orders are granted. For years, there was a frustrating gap in the law where, unless the abuser was convicted of specific crimes, there was no option for long-term protection. A relatively recent statute now allows survivors to get a permanent protection order based on the evidence…
Retirement assets are some of the biggest parts of your finances when it comes time for a divorce. If you have a 401(k) or a pension, Maryland courts will generally treat these accounts as marital property. Any portion that was accrued or earned during the marriage is usually subject to equitable distribution in your divorce….
Military families deal with unique challenges that other families do not. There are frequent relocations and many of the intense demands associated with military life. Divorce can impact a military family in different ways. While Maryland law will govern the divorce itself, military regulations or even federal statutes impact the division of your retirement, assets,…
Maryland’s protective order system has recently seen some major updates. Starting in 2025, petitioners can now obtain a permanent protective order without having to go through a contested hearing in specific situations. These changes help close loopholes and reduce conflict for both petitioners and respondents. At RPM Law, our Maryland protective order attorneys are here…
Maryland families that have two households will see a shift in how child support is calculated. As of October 1, 2025, there is an updated multifamily adjustment law that impacts your support obligation. If you have kids in two households, things have likely changed for how this impacts your support. At RPM Law, our Maryland…
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