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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   Jason Peterson 
 2023-10-17
 
 
  I have been dealing with tucker and Amanda since November of 2020. They have been helpful, informative, and got me the best resolution for my settlement. It was a long 3 years of back and forth to drs and dealing with everything but it all finally came to an end. Thank you for the help.
  
 
       
   Donesha Elliott 
 2023-10-04
 
 
  This company is the best law firm you can work with. They have great response time and they care so much about what’s best for you and not what’s best for them. I would recommend Tucker Clagett services a million times.
  
 
       
   Rose Rosier 
 2023-07-25
 
 
  The process was easy and explained every step of the way. Great staff and accomidated my new work schedule. Would recommend if any legal problems.
  
 
       
   Katie Montgomery 
 2023-05-26
 
 
  One of the best lawyers out there! Didn’t have to go to court for my workers comp claim and he made the entire process easy. While it was stressful to wait he answered all of my questions quickly. Talking to him was very comfortable, like talking to a friend. Never had to wait for a return phone call always got to speak with his para legal, Amanda who is also a very down to earth most caring person!
They both went above and beyond and I cannot thank them enough for what they’ve done for me.
I will be back for any other services I may need SOMD Law for.
Very affordable and professional.
I would recommend this office to any friend or person in need of a 5 star lawyer!

Thank you to Office of SOMD Law!
  
 
       
   Quon Wilson 
 2023-05-18
 
 
  This firm is excellent! I greatly appreciate the detailed counsel provided to me by Mr. David Gormley who guided me to the best attorney to meet my unique needs. I am very happy with the outcome and I am grateful for Mr. Gormley’s counsel and recommendation.
  
 
       
   darren berry 
 2023-04-05
 
 
  It was a rewarding experience talking to Mr Clagett.  He provided me with information that i requested which was very helpful
  
 
       
   lpcityhotrods 
 2023-02-25
 
 
  wow....no other words to say.  My attorney, Mr. Clagett was an awesome attorney to work with, he was very patient and very understanding to my concerns and issues.  Not only did Mr. Clagett gain my trust as my attorney, but he also gained a good friend.     I would highly recommend this firm for any legal issues you may have.  THE BEST!!!
Thanks for everything - Anthony
  
 
       
   Missy Brooks 
 2023-02-23
 
 
  If you need a bankruptcy attorney, look no further. Mr. Gormley, my attorney and his assistant Dana were not only professional, they also listened and understood my situation. They show empathy and understanding. Mr. Gormley and Dana made the bankruptcy process very easy. And made sure I understood everything every step of the way. They are definitely the best team to hire for all your bankruptcy needs. Thank you so much Mr. Gormley and Dana for everything. My life is so much better thanks to you both. Keep up the amazing work!!!
  
 
       
   Whitney Staples 
 2023-01-13
 
 
  Fantastic office and staff. Extremely kind, patient and professional from the first phone call with the receptionist, to walking in the office and every interaction thereafter. Tucker Clagett answered every question quickly and kept me informed during the entire process. I felt extremely comfortable and a tremendous weight lifted off my shoulders after the initial consultation. If you are in need of a lawyer, I highly recommend Tucker Clagett with Southern Maryland Law.
  
 
       
   Shanetta Cole 
 2022-12-07
 
 
  I would like to say that Sounthern Maryland Law is the Absolute Best Firm!!!! Everyone there was so kind, caring, understanding, and welcoming. Mr. Tucker Clagett is the attorney, which handled my case. He was attentive, and knowledgeable about my  situation. I would definitely recommend anyone in need of council to this Firm. Thank you again Mr. Tucker Clagett for your help!!!!

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.

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!

Nasheia Conway, Attorney

Alimony Lawyer

Nasheia Conway is an Associate Attorney at Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett. She is our family law attorney.

She has several years of experience handling criminal cases and family law cases, including divorce, child custody, child support, and adoption cases.

Before joining our firm, Nasheia worked for a non profit agency representing thousands of family law clients. She developed the skill of cultivating positive relationships with clients to counsel them through difficult, emotional issues.

She also had her own practice representing clients in Southern Maryland. And, she has experience handling high volume criminal cases in Baltimore City.

Nasheia attended Bowie State University and the University of Baltimore Law School.

Nasheia was born and raised in Prince George’s County, and still lives there.

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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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Client Testimonial

I have been dealing with tucker and Amanda since November of 2020. They have been helpful, informative, and got me the best resolution for my settlement. It was a long 3 years of back and forth to drs and dealing with everything but it all finally came to an end. Thank you for the help.

Donesha Elliott

2023-10-04

This company is the best law firm you can work with. They have great response time and they care so much about what’s best for you and not what’s best for them. I would recommend Tucker Clagett services a million times.

Rose Rosier

2023-07-25

The process was easy and explained every step of the way. Great staff and accomidated my new work schedule. Would recommend if any legal problems.

Katie Montgomery

2023-05-26

One of the best lawyers out there! Didn’t have to go to court for my workers comp claim and he made the entire process easy. While it was stressful to wait he answered all of my questions quickly. Talking to him was very comfortable, like talking to a friend. Never had to wait for a return phone call always got to speak with his para legal, Amanda who is also a very down to earth most caring person! They both went above and beyond and I cannot thank them enough for what they’ve done for me. I will be back for any other services I may need SOMD Law for. Very affordable and professional. I would recommend this office to any friend or person in need of a 5 star lawyer! Thank you to Office of SOMD Law!

Quon Wilson

2023-05-18

darren berry

2023-04-05

It was a rewarding experience talking to Mr Clagett. He provided me with information that i requested which was very helpful

lpcityhotrods

2023-02-25

wow....no other words to say. My attorney, Mr. Clagett was an awesome attorney to work with, he was very patient and very understanding to my concerns and issues. Not only did Mr. Clagett gain my trust as my attorney, but he also gained a good friend. I would highly recommend this firm for any legal issues you may have. THE BEST!!! Thanks for everything - Anthony

Missy Brooks

2023-02-23

If you need a bankruptcy attorney, look no further. Mr. Gormley, my attorney and his assistant Dana were not only professional, they also listened and understood my situation. They show empathy and understanding. Mr. Gormley and Dana made the bankruptcy process very easy. And made sure I understood everything every step of the way. They are definitely the best team to hire for all your bankruptcy needs. Thank you so much Mr. Gormley and Dana for everything. My life is so much better thanks to you both. Keep up the amazing work!!!

Whitney Staples

2023-01-13

Fantastic office and staff. Extremely kind, patient and professional from the first phone call with the receptionist, to walking in the office and every interaction thereafter. Tucker Clagett answered every question quickly and kept me informed during the entire process. I felt extremely comfortable and a tremendous weight lifted off my shoulders after the initial consultation. If you are in need of a lawyer, I highly recommend Tucker Clagett with Southern Maryland Law.

Shanetta Cole

2022-12-07

I would like to say that Sounthern Maryland Law is the Absolute Best Firm!!!! Everyone there was so kind, caring, understanding, and welcoming. Mr. Tucker Clagett is the attorney, which handled my case. He was attentive, and knowledgeable about my situation. I would definitely recommend anyone in need of council to this Firm. Thank you again Mr. Tucker Clagett for your help!!!!

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