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School is almost back in session and that means cooperating with the other parent over school-related tasks. 2020 was a year like no other, but most schools are returning to education as usual this fall, so it’s time to revisit past parenting plans and to determine who is in charge of what going forward. Below […]

Tips for Separated Parents & Vacation Time in Maryland If you have vacation time planned this summer and you’re ready to travel, make sure you consider these essential things. Summer plans with your children When taking a trip with your children, you must follow your court order. Your custody order or parenting agreement may dictate

As children near adulthood, it is important to understand when a child support commitment is at an end. The details of divorce include calculations and orders concerning the payment of child support for minor children. Because of the importance placed on financial and other contributions made by both parents, the court retains authority to create

Child support and spousal support arrangements made at the time of divorce are subject to change during the years that the agreement is in effect. During the pandemic, many people and families have experienced dramatic changes in circumstances.  Lives and jobs were lost, work became scarce and economic recovery will be a long road.  For

The impact of COVID-19 on the Maryland Court system could delay or alter the progress of your divorce proceeding. Across the country and in Maryland, many courts and government offices shut down as the COVID-19 pandemic took hold.  Since then, many states, like Maryland, have applied a phased approach to reopening courts for varying types

Some basic knowledge of property division can help you and your partner part ways—and stuff—more easily and appropriately during divorce. Along with child custody and parenting plans, division of martial property can become a high conflict topic during divorce.  Working with a knowledgeable divorce attorney is important in order to understand the assets involved and

With the easing of economic restraints in light of the COVID pandemic, parents can breathe a sigh of relief.  Or can they?  Besides the mask they may need to wear and provide for their child, the unstable road ahead promises more openings—and closings—to respond to this public health crises.  Creativity and compassion are called for

Allyson B. Goldscher has been named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers for the seventh year in a row. Every year, the national attorney rating service Super Lawyers determines the best attorneys in the country by conducting rigorous evaluations in over 70 different practice areas. To create their lists of top lawyers, a variety of

Allyson B. Goldscher recognized for excellence in Family Law for seventh consecutive year The distinguished national attorney rating service Super Lawyers has recognized Allyson B. Goldscher as a Rising Star in Family Law for the seventh consecutive year. The rating is awarded annually to lawyers based on peer input, independent evaluation, and criteria that include

Live to Work?  Some Professions are at Higher (and Lower) Risk for Divorce       Crunching data is sometimes a great way to see the bigger picture about an issue or trend.  One researcher who was curious about divorce rates did just that. Nathan Yau is a statistician who works for a company that uses data to