How Does a No-Contest Divorce Work?

Couples who wish to separate may be able to get an uncontested divorce in Maryland, which simply means that they have reached a settlement agreement on all the issues that must be addressed in order to end the marriage. Filing for an uncontested divorce can be confusing, especially for those who are not familiar with […]
What to Expect During a Divorce

Going through a divorce? The divorce process is not easy to navigate on your own. Once you add on the emotional stress of this trying time, things can become down-right overwhelming. Here at Alan L. Billian, P.A., we get it. We’ve worked on a lot of divorce cases and know first-hand how stressful these situations […]
Am I Entitled to Alimony?

After a divorce, finances can be especially difficult to figure out. If you and your former spouse shared finances, it can be confusing and overwhelming deciding who gets what. If you rely heavily on your partner financially, divorce can be a scary prospect, but you may be entitled to alimony. How does alimony work? Who […]
New Ground for Divorce in Maryland: Divorce by Mutual Consent

Effective October 1, 2015, Maryland Family Law has a new ground for divorce called “divorce by mutual consent.” This is great news for many couples who arrived at the decision to divorce together and would rather not wait to meet the 12-month separation requirement. However, this new ground for divorce is not for everyone and […]