Author Archives: Amos Whitney
Cardi B and Offset Reconcile (again!): What does Reconciliation mean?
Rappers Cardi B and Offset (one member of the rap trio “Migos”) have publicly reconciled (again) after Cardi B filed for divorce in September 2020. The couple has been married for three years, by way of a private marriage ceremony in September 2017. They have a two year old daughter together, Kulture. Cardi B… Read More »
Mediation or a Hollywood Nightmare
By now everyone has seen The War of the Roses, Kramer v. Kramer, or, most recently, Marriage Story. It seems Hollywood likes to illustrate divorce as being highly adversarial, uncontrollably emotional, and exceedingly expensive. The reality is that most couples are able to achieve a divorce from one another without those negative aspects, especially… Read More »
Maryland Parenting Plans and What They Mean to Parents
Parenting Plans are now a requirement for litigants going through the Maryland court system. A Parenting Plan is a written agreement between parents that sets forth their plan for raising their child(ren) in the child(ren)’s best interest. The courts throughout the state now require parents to work on a Parenting Plan either with the… Read More »
10 Ideas For How To NOT Let Covid-19 Take The Fun Out of Halloween 2020
Halloween is the absolute favorite holiday of most American children. Unfortunately, many of our Halloween traditions do not lend themselves to Covid-19 safe practices. The 10 Halloween activities below are listed from lower to higher risk in accordance with CDC Guidelines. LOW RISK Pumpkin Carving and/or Painting Carve and/or paint pumpkins with members… Read More »
The Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Ruth Bader Ginsberg, affectionately known by her fans as “RBG”, was a pillar in the legal community for many reasons. She was a bright student graduating high school at 15 years of age. Ruth Bader Ginsberg was married after graduating Cornell and was employed by the Social Security Administration only to be demoted after… Read More »
Five Fun and Safe Activities For the Whole Family
Fall is just around the corner and the weather is finally starting to become more bearable, dare we even say, enjoyable. If the summer heat kept you mostly indoors and at home the last couple of months, take advantage of the cooler fall months and enjoy these outdoor low-risk activities safely with your family:… Read More »
Dr. Dre’s Wife Requests $2M in Alimony Per Month
Dr. Dre’s divorce case in California* is presenting many family law legal issues on a scale not often seen. According to TMZ, Dr. Dre’s wife, Nicole Young, wants $1,936,399 to cover her monthly expenses. Here’s the breakdown — Laundry and cleaning $10,000 a month — Clothes $135,000 a month — Education (tuition and living… Read More »
Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C – an Introduction!
Over 25 years ago, Jolie G. Weinberg and Marni B. Schwartz combined their solo law practices to form Weinberg & Schwartz, L.L.C. Since that time, Jolie, Marni, and their staff have dedicated themselves to providing the best representation possible to their family law clients. Based out of Columbia, Maryland, the attorneys at Weinberg &… Read More »
