Alimony Attorneys in Waldorf
Southern Maryland Alimony Attorneys Helping Former Spouses in Waldorf & Lexington Park with Alimony-Related Issues
At Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett, we understand the financial and emotional challenges involved with going through a divorce. While alimony is fundamentally a financial issue, we know that it often involves emotional components for spouses on both sides of the equation as well.
If you need to seek alimony in your divorce, securing a reasonable payment could be essential to ensuring your financial stability once your marriage is over. If you are facing an obligation to pay, you understandably want to keep as much of your earned income as possible. These are not easy differences to rectify, and disagreements can often lead to emotionally charged disputes.
Our Southern Maryland alimony lawyers work closely with our clients to ensure that their financial interests are protected. We provide thoughtful, strategic representation during the divorce process, and we assist our clients with post-divorce alimony modification and enforcement matters as well. If you need a trusted Southern Maryland alimony lawyer, our firm is the right choice for you.
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We used this firm for our Chapter 13. Mr. Gormley was very knowledgeable and compassionate throughout the whole process. He definitely went above and beyond to take care of us. After the bankruptcy was complete we were invited to a seminar about bouncing back. That invitation and…Read MoreACAnna C.
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I can not say enough about working with this team. Dave Gormley is one of the nicest most knowledgeable, but still down to earth lawyers that I have ever had the privilege of doing business with. He goes above and beyond to help anyone that I have referred to him. Not only is thi…Read MoreAJAnna J.
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I want to thank Tucker Clagett of Andrews Bongar Gormley & Clagett for taking my case when other law firms told me I “didn’t have a chance of winning”; well, we did win because Mr. Clagett displays something more than having a JD and experience. He also has a determined…Read MoreJKJudith K.
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I used the firm for filing my Chapter 7. Mr. Gormely was courteous, professional, knowledgeable and responsive to my inquiries. He took time to explain the process to me and answer all of my questions during the first consultation which was free. The entire staff at Gormley &…Read MoreKHKenya H.
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Very professional and helpful. Atty. Clagett is very nice person and willingly to help you as much as he can. I love his staff especially Ms. Amanda. She is always there when I have questiones to ask. My case was new for me and I have no clue or idea how to deal with it but she i…Read MoreJRJanery R.
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I was involved in a motorcycle collision in 2013, it required a year of physical therapy, and 38 days in the hospital. Tucker Clagett worked with my wife and I while managing all legal affairs for us. I had to only focus on my recover while he and his staff handled all other aspe…Read MoreMGMichael G.
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My husband and I are extremely satisfied with the legal assistance we have received from Dave Gormley. He has been helpful and always answered our questions throughout the process. A long time ago I worked for a law firm in Dallas and the hardest thing would be attorney availabil…Read MoreSPShelah P.
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While caring for our increasing sick Mother, one of the most difficult experiences my sister and I struggle to manage, Dave Gormley and his staff continued to go over and above what was expected. Our Mom was very ill and had not formalized her final wishes. She was too weak to go…Read MoreWBWanda B.
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From the first time that when I met with Attorney Gormley he was attentive and showed concerned about my situation. He was very strategic about his approach to my situation. The staff is very professional and proficient. He is an expert in what he do, and I very grateful and appr…Read MoreDBDelphine B.
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Mr. Gormley has been my attorney for years due to an extremely turbulent divorce, which lead to a financial breaking point a few years ago. He’s been nothing short of stellar during the entire debacle, consistently providing courses of action when the situation seemed hopeless….Read MoreHBHeather B.
Free Online Legal Advice about Alimony – Whether you are preparing to go through a divorce or you are dealing with an alimony-related legal issue post-divorce, you need to make informed decisions. To help you, we have prepared a Free Legal Guide to Divorce in Maryland and another free resource, All About Alimony in a Maryland Divorce.
A Truly Local Divorce and Family Law Firm – With offices in Waldorf and Lexington Park, we are truly a local Southern Maryland divorce and family law firm. If you want a Southern Maryland alimony attorney who is nearby, not someone who works in a big office in a big city, we invite you to give us a call.
We are a local law firm that takes pride in representing the members of our local community.
Personalized, One-On-One Legal Advice – When you choose Southern Maryland Law, expect our Southern Maryland alimony attorneys to provide you with personalized, one-on-one legal advice every step of the way. We get to know our clients so that we can provide advice and representation that are custom-tailored to their individual circumstances. When it comes to alimony and other divorce-related issues, this is extremely important.
Maryland Alimony Guide
Maryland Alimony Guide
Family legal matters are scary and emotional. Do you know your options? Do you have a lot of legal questions?
You need answers and you need them now. When you have answers and know your options you can make informed, intelligent decisions.
We are an experienced Southern Maryland family matters legal team, and we wrote this free legal guide so you can quickly & easily discover the answers to your legal questions. Know your options and be informed before you make big decisions about your alimony case – like hiring a lawyer.
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Who Will Handle My Case?
When you hire our law firm for your legal case, you don’t just hire a single lawyer. You hire a team. Each practice area has at least two attorneys who handle that area of law, so you have backup when you need it. Our paralegals are highly trained and have lots of experience. Plus they are unfailingly nice & pleasant to work with. You will love working with them!
Kathryn Lawryszek, Attorney
Alimony Lawyer
Kathryn Lawrysek is an Associate Attorney at Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett. She is our primary family law attorney. Nasheia Smith also helps managing the family law cases, due to her years of experience. Dave Gormley as helps manage the cases with his 30 years experience.
Together, they are your family law team. Our family law team has decades of experience handling family law cases, including divorce, child custody, child support, and adoption cases.
Kathryn came to us after law school. She also worked in financial services for 2 years. Those financial skills have proven invaluable in cases she has handled.
Nasheia worked for a non profit agency before she joined our firm. She represented thousands of family law clients while there. She developed a passion for family law issues, and gained the skill of cultivating positive relationships with clients to counsel them through difficult, emotional issues.
Learn more about Kathryn here, and learn more about Nasheia here.
What Do You Need to Know about Alimony During Your Divorce?
In Maryland, there are three types of alimony: (i) temporary, (ii) rehabilitative, and (iii) indefinite. Temporary alimony is awarded during a divorce when one spouse needs financial support to get through the process. Rehabilitative and indefinite alimony are awarded at the end of the process to ensure (to the extent possible) that both spouses are able to continue to enjoy the standard of living they enjoyed during their marriage after their divorce.
When Can a Divorcing Spouse Seek Temporary Alimony in Maryland?
To seek temporary alimony in Maryland, it is necessary to prove that you need financial support and your spouse has the ability to pay. While this may sound fairly straightforward—and it is to an extent—securing temporary alimony presents a number of unique challenges. At Southern Maryland Law, our Waldorf alimony attorney has significant experience helping spouses both obtain and defend against claims for temporary alimony, and we can use our experience to make sure you are not unduly saddled with financial burdens during your divorce.
When Can a Divorcing Spouse Seek Rehabilitative or Indefinite Alimony in Maryland?
Our Waldorf alimony lawyer has significant experience representing spouses on both sides of claims for rehabilitative and indefinite alimony as well.
Rehabilitative alimony
Rehabilitative alimony is paid for a definite period of time to afford the recipient the opportunity to become self-supporting. For example, if one spouse left his or her career to raise the couple’s children at home, then rehabilitative alimony may be awarded to allow the recipient a reasonable amount of time to obtain any necessary updated training or certifications and return to the job market.
Indefinite alimony
Indefinite alimony is awarded in circumstances in which the recipient is unlikely to be able to earn enough independently to maintain the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage. This could be the result of a disability or other impediment to earning adequate income, or it could be the result of a significant disparity between the spouses’ respective earning capacities.
When calculating an appropriate award of rehabilitative or indefinite alimony, Maryland law requires consideration of a long list of factors. This is true whether the spouses are seeking to negotiate an amicable divorce or they need to take their divorce to court. Maryland’s alimony factors include:
- The ability of the spouse who is seeking alimony to become self-supporting;
- The level of education or training that would be required for the spouse who is seeking alimony to become self-supporting ;
- The standard of living the spouses have enjoyed during their marriage;
- The duration of the spouses’ marriage;
- The spouses’ respective monetary (i.e. earned income) and nonmonetary (i.e. childrearing) contributions to the marriage;
- The spouses’ respective ages at the time of divorce;
- The spouses’ respective health conditions at the time of divorce;
- The reason for the spouses’ divorce;
- The higher earning spouse’s ability to pay alimony; and
- The spouses’ respective financial needs post-divorce.
Importantly, this assumes that the spouses do not have a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement that addresses alimony. If you and your spouse have a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement (and your agreement is legally enforceable), then the terms of your agreement will govern instead of Maryland’s alimony factors.
Do You Need to Modify or Enforce Your Existing Alimony Award in Southern Maryland?
Maryland law allows for the modification and enforcement of alimony awards under appropriate circumstances. If you are struggling to pay what you owe, or if your former spouse has stopped making alimony payments, our Lexington Park alimony attorneys can help you understand your options and take appropriate legal action on your behalf.
What do I do next?
If you need more information about Maryland’s alimony laws, we encourage you to review our free online resources. Additionally, we invite you to schedule a confidential initial consultation with one of our Waldorf alimony lawyers. We serve Waldorf, Lexington Park, and all other areas of Southern Maryland. Our Waldorf alimony attorneys have been trusted advocates and advisors for local residents for more than 55 years.
Do you have questions about alimony in the context of a divorce? If so, we can help you understand everything you need to know. We provide full-service representation for contested, uncontested, and military divorces, and we can assist you every step of the way.
Do you have questions about modifying your alimony payment? In Maryland, it is possible to seek an alimony modification based upon a “material change in circumstances.” Our lawyers can determine if you qualify. If you do, we can pursue a modification in court.
Do you need help collecting the alimony you are owed? If your former spouse has stopped paying alimony, our lawyers can seek to enforce your alimony award in court. We will seek to collect the money you are owed by all means available.
Get the help you need to preserve your financial stability for years to come. Schedule a confidential consultation at Southern Maryland Law today.
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Why Choose Southern Maryland Law?
We are your community law firm
We have been a vibrant part of Waldorf for over 60 years. Waldorf has been very good to us, and we try to repay that kindness with community service. We believe giving back to our Waldorf community is part of our job.
Large enough, yet small enough
We are large enough to provide full service, but small enough to focus on you. The large firms that have satellite offices in Waldorf have dozens of attorneys who don’t live here. They use case managers to handle their clients. At Southern Maryland Law, you will be a name – not a number.
The senior law firm in Waldorf
We are the oldest law firm in Waldorf, and the 2nd oldest in all of Southern Maryland! We have stayed busy because we get results and treat our clients right. We would never have lasted this long if we did not.
Not your grandfather’s law firm
While our firm has been around a long time, we are not what you think lawyers are like. We pride ourselves on being a little more approachable, a little more casual, and a little more likeable than the average lawyer. We are real people with real solutions to your real problems.
