
At The McKeon Law Firm, our firm’s Maryland family law and divorce attorneys focus exclusively on family law matters for clients throughout Montgomery and Frederick Counties. Our clients include men and women who desire a professional and personal approach to what is a very private matter. For experienced advocacy and legal counsel, contact our law firm today to schedule a consultation at our law offices in Gaithersburg and Bethesda.
Some family law matters surround joyous occasions. However, some family law matters arise from the emotional stress associated with problems in the relationship or marriage leading to a legal separation or divorce. Individuals who have control over their lives and careers may find themselves uncharacteristically confused, distressed and emotional.
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Divorce
People are unique individuals. So too, are their marriages. The dissolution of a marriage is a difficult time, even when the divorce is desired by both parties.
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Child Custody and
VisitationIf a child custody dispute goes before a judge, he or she will use ‘”the best interest of the child” as a guideline in the decision-making. As family law attorneys, that is what we work towards as well.
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Alimony/ Support
A study reported in “The State of our Unions” by the University of Virginia states that when one spouse felt that the other spent money foolishly, the likelihood of a divorce was 45 percent for both men and women.
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Division of
AssetsIn some marriages, the division of property can be done on a single sheet of paper. In other marriages, the division of property requires a business valuation with the aid of a forensic accountant and attorney.
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Marital Settlement
AgreementsIn some marriages, the division of property can be done on a single sheet of paper. In other marriages, the division of property requires a business valuation with the aid of a forensic accountant and attorney.
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Premarital
AgreementsA carefully drafted prenuptial agreement can save headaches and heartaches should you ever decide to divorce.
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Domestic Violence
As a relationship begins to unravel and tensions rise, arguments – violent and non-violent – sometimes occur.
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Contempt and
EnforcementIn our experience, the main issue that results in contempt of court proceedings, is failure to pay alimony, or child support and child custody enforcement.
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Post-Holiday Divorce: Why More Couples Split This Time of Year
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When Parents Disagree: Resolving Holiday Custody Conflicts
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Child Custody for Unmarried Parents: Legal Considerations
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The Role of Education Plans in Child Custody Agreements
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