Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Rights do Grandparents have in a Divorce?
When a couple divorces, it can put serious limits on the contact children have with family members. In the case of grandparents, the issues can get particularly tricky. If the custodial parent is not interested in allowing a former spouse’s parents the opportunity to interact with the children, does it mean the end of… Read More »
Grounds for Divorce in Maryland
Let’s say your marriage is on the rocks. You’re considering a divorce, but do not know what constitutes legal grounds for divorce. What circumstances allow you to legally split from your unhappy union? A knowledgeable local Baltimore divorce attorney can explain the details, but this overview of Maryland law will help get you started:… Read More »
Escaping an Abusive Marriage
The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence gathered statistics on domestic violence (DV), nationally, and by state, and those statistics may be surprising. The statistics reveal that if you are a victim of DV, you are not alone. Over 30 percent of women and 25 percent of men experience domestic violence at some point in… Read More »
Mediation to Navigate your Divorce
If you are ready to end your marriage, you have some difficult decisions and complicated maneuvers ahead. One thing that might make it easier is to have an experienced mediator facilitate the split. The truth is, there are many advantages to mediation. A Productive Environment If you have a difficult relationship with your spouse—and… Read More »
Unique Issues Couples Face in Gray Divorce
Divorce statistics reveal that many couples are unhappy with their marriages these days. And, in fact, data gathered by Susan L. Brown, a professor of sociology at Bowling Green State University, indicate that older Americans are contributing to those statistics at surprising rates: men aged 65 and older experience divorce twice as often as… Read More »
Are You Getting a Divorce? Be on Your Best Behavior!
Divorce often is preceded by ugly feelings and disharmony. Unfortunately, some people have a hard time keeping their emotions in check when it comes to public forums like Facebook, Twitter, and other social media venues. But posting nasty messages for the world to see, or even texting or emailing mean comments, could be costly… Read More »
Four Things You Should Know About Contempt in Family Court
Ignoring a Family Court Order is Risky If a party fails to comply with a family law court order, they are subject to contempt charges. What is contempt? The long version of this charge is called “contempt of court.” Contempt is conduct that disrupts or obstructs a court order or a court proceeding. In… Read More »
