by Jill Maturino | Jul 16, 2012
To obtain a divorce on the grounds of adultery in Maryland, you must prove that your spouse had the “opportunity” and “disposition” to commit adultery. Proof of sexual intercourse is not required. “Opportunity” may be shown by your spouse spending time alone with a... by Jill Maturino | Jul 16, 2012
Your divorce can be settled (e.g. resolving custody, support, property division, etc.) in 4 ways. First, “litigation” involves legal decisions made for a couple by a Judge after lengthy and often costly adversarial process, including discovery, motions, evaluations,... by Jill Maturino | Jul 16, 2012
Although a Separation Agreement is recommended in many cases, it is not required in order to obtain a divorce. A written Separation Agreement may be necessary to address the disposition of the family home because any agreement relating to real estate must be in... by Jill Maturino | Jul 16, 2012
If the home is jointly titled or leased, you cannot “force” your spouse to leave the home (e.g. by changing the locks and precluding access). Each spouse has an equal right to stay and live in a jointly owned or leased home. Under circumstances of domestic violence,... by Jill Maturino | Jul 16, 2012
Under certain limited circumstances, you can file for divorce while still living with your spouse. A spouse can file for an absolute divorce on grounds of adultery by the other spouse while still living together. A spouse can file for a limited or absolute divorce on...
