Glen Burnie Property Division Lawyer

Maryland is Not a Community Property State

While the term "equitable distribution" is used when talking about property division, in the state of Maryland, it does not mean that property is divided equally as this is not a "community property" state. The process of dividing property and assets is quite a bit more complicated here and in order to protect your legal rights during this step of a divorce or legal separation, it is highly advised that you have a Glen Burnie divorce attorney represent you.

Whether you are looking at a complex, contested divorce with a long drawn out trial, or a less complicated, uncontested divorce where you and your spouse are fairly agreeable on the decisions that must be made, you will benefit greatly from having legal representation to help you. Like any difficult task, if you have proper guidance, it is simpler and faster to get through.

Divorce Attorney Serving Glen Burnie

In Maryland, there is a three-step process to marital property division:

• The first step involves the court deciding what is, and is not, marital property
• The second step involves the court putting a value on what was decided to be marital property
• The third and final step is a bit trickier and basically involves the court deciding who gets what, but I can go into further detail during consultation in order to cause less confusion

My firm is a small, boutique style firm and my main focuses are family law and divorce. Unlike larger firms, I am committed to providing my clients with the individual attention that is needed and deserved. You will never be passed off to an assistant or paralegal. if you or someone you know is facing divorce and needs effective representation in property division proceedings, I can provide just that. I am standing by, ready to help.

If you need assistance with any divorce related matters, Contact a Glen Burnie Property Division Attorney now for solid legal advice and effective representation.