Maryland Lawyers Guide Clients Through Divorce Process

Anne Arundel County firm handles all financial and parenting aspects of marriage dissolution

Ending a marriage can be complicated, especially when children and property interests are involved. Warfield & Darrah, P.C. is a committed family law firm based in Severna Park, Maryland, experienced with all facets of divorce cases. Whether you’re working out child custody arrangements, dealing with equitable distribution of property or looking for help with an alimony award, our team of dedicated lawyers can assist you in achieving an efficient resolution that protects your interests.

Experienced family law attorneys help resolve child custody matters

We understand there is nothing more important in a divorce than preserving your parental bonds with your children. Child custody has legal and physical aspects. Legal custody is the right to make decisions about the child’s upbringing while physical custody defines where the child lives. Both legal and physical custody can be sole or shared, either by agreement or by court order. In fashioning and approving custody awards, a court weighs the best interests of the child, including the psychological and physical fitness of the parents. We advocate for arrangements that protect and foster our clients’ parental rights.

Dedicated lawyers assist with child support arrangements

In Maryland, child support is calculated based on statutory guidelines which take into account both parents’ incomes. Courts will generally follow the guidelines. Whether we represent the spouse paying or receiving child support, we work to achieve a fair determination of the income and related factors for the necessary calculations.

Divorce attorneys deal with alimony and equitable distribution of property

When a couple divorces, their property interests are also separated. With some exceptions, property obtained by either spouse during marriage is considered marital and thus subject to division, while property acquired prior to marriage, inheritances, gifted property or traceable to such an asset is deemed separately owned. In Maryland, division of marital property must be equitable, taking into account the parties’ monetary and non-monetary contributions to the marriage. We strive to work out a settlement agreement or representation in court providing for a just distribution, using mediation as appropriate. We also protect our clients’ interests in alimony determinations, whether we represent the payer or the spouse in need.

Law firm provides effective representation during divorce mediation

The process of mediation can be useful in reaching an agreement on disputed issues in your divorce without the delay and expense of a trial. A neutral party will facilitate discussions and may help you achieve common ground. Nevertheless, a lawyer plays an important role, making sure that your interests are presented accurately and that your goals are being addressed. We have significant experience bringing about successful mediation outcomes for our clients.

Contact our knowledgeable and experienced attorneys for a free initial consultation

At Warfield and Darrah, P.C., we represent clients in Anne Arundel and Howard counties in divorce matters, all related family law issues, including property division and child custody and child support disputes. Please call 410-260-0994 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.