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Divorce and Custody for Military Families

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Divorce and Custody for Military Families

Military divorces in Maryland present unique legal challenges involving federal protections, deployments, and the division of military benefits. Service members and their spouses must navigate complex rules governing pensions, custody, and jurisdiction while ensuring the child’s best interests remain a priority. Understanding how Maryland and federal laws intersect is essential to achieving a fair resolution for both parties....

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15 December
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MARYLAND MILITARY DIVORCE

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Maryland Military Divorce Attorney

Military divorce in Maryland involves unique complexities, especially when one spouse is an active-duty service member. Issues such as calculating child support, determining custody, dividing retirement benefits, and establishing jurisdiction require experienced legal guidance. Child support is calculated based on military regulations and considers factors like Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), hazard pay, and bonuses. Custody agreements should account for military schedules and may require a Family Care Plan to address deployment, leave, and visitation. Jurisdiction depends on domicile, which is determined by permanent residence indicators such as tax returns, voter registration, or property ownership. Service members stationed overseas can...

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