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Welcome to the Divorce and Family Law Blog from the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram. Here, our team shares insights, updates, and practical guidance on topics like divorce, child custody, support, and other family law matters in Maryland. Our goal is to help you stay informed and empowered through every step of your legal journey.
Step-Parent, Grandparent and New Partner’s Role in Custody Cases
October 4th, 2022
Custody cases generally center on disputes between a child’s primary parents – mothers and fathers. In custody disputes, the involvement of third parties can change the dynamic and often make things more complicated. Step-parents, grandparent…
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Categories: Custody
Dealing with Your Spouse's Anger During Divorce
September 27th, 2022
Divorce is a highly emotional time for everyone involved, triggering sadness, grief, and anger for both parties. Having a plan for dealing with your spouse’s anger during divorce, and coping with your own, can help you reduce conflict and bring you…
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Categories: Divorce
What Happens if My Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers?
September 9th, 2022
It takes two people to be married, but only one person to be divorced. The breakdown of the marriage relationship doesn’t always feel the same to both parties. Often one spouse is ready for a divorce before the other. When that happens, your spouse…
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Categories: Divorce
What You Should Know About a Name Change After Divorce
August 24th, 2022
Getting a divorce means separating your ex-spouse from every part of your life: your home, your finances, and your future. But if you changed your name after the wedding, you could be carrying a part of them with you every time you pull out your ID o…
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Categories: Divorce
Common Divorce Mistakes: What Not to do When Waiting on Divorce
August 2nd, 2022
The time between when you decide to get a divorce and when you are actually divorced can be emotional, stressful, and financially challenging. The choices you make while waiting to be divorced can significantly increase the costs of pending litigatio…
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Categories: Divorce
Maryland Divorce Timelines: How Long is the Divorce Process?
July 6th, 2022
Divorce takes time. It is complicated to untangle two people’s lives. When those two people have children together, the process can become even longer. Understanding the timeline for a Maryland divorce can help you make an appropriate plan for your…
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Categories: Divorce
5 Strategies to Improve Co-Parenting Communication
June 28th, 2022
After a divorce or break-up it can be hard to talk to your ex-spouse or partner. However, your children are depending on you both to work together for their best interests. At the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, we offer some strategies and co-parent…
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Categories: Custody
Maryland Divorce Documents Checklist
June 22nd, 2022
As soon as it occurs to you that you may want to separate from your spouse, it is time to educate yourself about the issues at hand and gather information to use in your divorce, if needed. Much of the needed information will come from your own docum…
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Categories: Divorce
What Divorce Means for the Family Business
June 2nd, 2022
When you are self-employed or work for a family business, a divorce can directly affect your bottom line. Understanding what divorce means for the family business can help you make smarter decisions, both at work and at home. What Happens to a Busine…
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Categories: Divorce
What Does Contempt of Court Mean in Maryland Family Law?
May 17th, 2022
When your Judgment of Absolute Divorce or custody order is final it ends your family court case. But sometimes one spouse or co-parent doesn’t follow through with what they have been told to do. When that happens, you may need to file a petition fo…
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Categories: Family Law
