When a parent fails to meet their child support obligations, Maryland provides numerous enforcement tools to ensure children receive the financial support they deserve. There are many child support enforcement methods in Maryland to take action when faced with non-payment or chronic...
A partridge in a pear tree? Lords a-leaping? Many of us may know the lyrics to “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” but few likely know its origin or the meanings behind the song. And what is the story with the 12 days,...
Thanksgiving is built on a shared story and tradition, but every family has a different way
of celebrating the country’s second-favorite holiday.1 Unlike Christmas and the gift-giving
anxiety that can accompany it, Thanksgiving is more about keeping things simple. Sure,
hosting...
Co-parenting after separation or divorce is one of the most challenging aspects of family-related legal matters. At the Law Offices of Johnine Clark, P.A., we understand that while the court process addresses custody arrangements and parenting schedules, the day-to-day reality of co-parenting...
Retirement accounts are often one of the most valuable assets in a marriage, yet many divorcing couples underestimate the challenges and legal requirements of dividing these funds. At the Law Offices of Johnine Clark, P.A., our Maryland divorce attorney understands that...
If you are part of the sandwich generation—caring for both your children and your parents at the same time—it is crucial that you know whether or not your parents have an existing estate plan. While the final decisions within their estate plan...
Child custody arrangements might seem like they are set in stone, as the court formally approves any agreement you reached or an order issued by the judge at trial. However, we all know that life changes, and such changes can often necessitate...
Happy National Stepfamily Day to all who celebrate it! Amid shifting family structures, there is a good chance that you are part of a stepfamily—or know somebody who is—which makes September 16 a perfect day to celebrate.
At its...
Custody cases can be particularly concerning for fathers who prioritize their relationships with their children. For many dads, misconceptions about fathers rights in custody cases can lead to unnecessary stress and confusion. That's why understanding the truth behind common myths is important.
Bookending the first week of September with Labor Day is a less recognized holiday that may not get much national attention but should if you are planning for your future: National 401(k) Day.
Though we are in an...
