In October 2023, Maryland expanded its recognition of non-marital relationship structures with the implementation of the domestic partnership statute. In Maryland, a “domestic partnership” is defined as a relationship between two individuals who are: i) at least 18 years old; ii) not related to each other by blood or marriage; iii) not married or in a domestic partnership with another individual; and iv) agree to be in a relationship of “mutual interdependence in which each individual contributes to the maintenance and support of the other individual and the relationship, even if both individuals are not required to contribute equally to the relationship.” Prior to the…Read More
Mr. Greenberg has been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in Maryland for his family law practice. He is honored to receive this distinction and to be recognized for his dedication to his clients in the areas of divorce, custody and other family law matters. This marks the seventh consecutive year that Mr. Greenberg has been selected. According to Super Lawyers, only the top 2.5% of attorneys in Maryland are selected to the Rising Stars list. Mr. Greenberg would like to thank his colleagues, staff and most importantly, his clients for this honor. Greenberg Legal Group LLC enjoys the great privilege of serving clients…Read More
A Last Will and Testament (a “Will”) is a written document that, among other things, directs how a person’s assets will be disposed of after their death. To be valid in the State of Maryland, a Will must be signed by the person who is making the Will to dispose of their assets, as well as attested to and signed by two witnesses in the presence of each other and in the presence of the person making the Will known as the “Testator” when a male, and a “Testatrix,” when a female. While this process can be complex, there are a few basics that you…Read More
In divorce litigation, “discovery” refers to the process of obtaining information from the opposing party about issues relevant to the case. In a recent article which you can find here, we discussed the basics of discovery in divorce litigation. While discovery can be an extremely helpful – even necessary – process in a contested divorce case, it can often seem overwhelming when trying to respond to the other party’s discovery requests. In this article, we provide a few helpful tips about responding to the opposing party’s discovery responses. By working with a family law attorney, your attorney can take a lot of the work off…Read More
Divorce mediation can be an extremely helpful tool for spouses going through the divorce process. In divorce mediation, both parties meet with a neutral and impartial mediator to discuss issues like property distributions, custody, alimony and other issues which arise from their divorce. At the Greenberg Legal Group, we are frequently asked about the benefits of divorce mediation. Here are a few: Divorce mediation can reduce the overall cost of the divorce process. Let’s face it – going to Court for a contentious divorce can be expensive. If you are taking your spouse to Court for a contested divorce, you should (but are not required…Read More
When filing for custody in Maryland, it is important to know the basics of custody and what to expect in your custody case. Here are some frequently asked questions that the Greenberg Legal Group often receives about child custody in Maryland: 1) Are there different types of child custody in Maryland? Yes. In Maryland, there are two different types of custody – physical custody and legal custody. Physical custody refers to schedule on which each parent has the child. Common terms associated with physical custody include primary physical custody or shared physical custody. These terms are general in nature but can be used to describe…Read More
When somebody starts a divorce or custody case, there is often a significant level of conflict with the opposing party. Whether the opposing party is your spouse, the parent of your children, or both, there is usually a lot of history – both good and bad – which has brought you to the point of going to Court. Hiring an experienced family law attorney to help guide you through this process is extremely important. Equally important, however, is the ability to be honest with your attorney about the history of your case. When a client meets with their attorney for the first time, the client…Read More
When two parties are going through a divorce, the property between the parties needs to be equitably distributed between the two. However, it is not just assets that need to be taken into account. Marital Debt will be considered when a division of assets is occurring, which can have major impacts on how property is divided. Whether a debt is marital or not can sometimes be a confusing process, as the line between marital and non-marital debt is not always clear. While this process can be complex, there are a few basics that you should know before beginning. Here are some frequently asked questions that…Read More
Prenuptial Agreements are becoming increasingly common between couples, both young and old, who plan to get married. In this article, we previously discussed the basics of Prenuptial Agreements – including what they are, what they can (and cannot) cover and the process of obtaining a Prenuptial Agreement. Prenuptial Agreements are a powerful tool to give you and your partner a secure, strong and stable foundation as you head into your marriage. Here are a few of the specific benefits of entering into a Prenuptial Agreement in Maryland: Protecting Your Assets. People enter into marriages at all different ages and phases of life. Sometimes, people enter…Read More
The term “discovery” refers to the process of gathering information which is relevant to your case. Discovery is a very important tool that allows each party to obtain information from the other party about facts and issues which are relevant to the case. There are many different types of discovery which a party may use to learn about the strengths – and potential weaknesses – in their case. In this article, we answer a few questions that people frequently ask about the discovery process during their divorce case. What types of “discovery” can I use to help my case? There are many different types of…Read More
