There are new changes in Maryland divorce laws which will go into effect on October 1, 2023. These changes include:

1. Elimination of Limited Divorce. Under the current law of limited divorce, a couple could be married but living separately and file for a limited divorce. They could address issues of child custody, child support, alimony, and use and possession of the marital home. Starting October 1, 2023, parties will no longer be allowed to file for a limited divorce in Maryland.

2. Starting October 1, 2023, the following grounds will be eliminated for parties filing for an absolute divorce:

   • Desertion

   • Alimony

   • 12 month separation

   • Insanity

   • Excessive vicious conduct

   • Criminal convictions leading to jail time

Under the new law, couples will be able to obtain a divorce based on two grounds: 1) mutual consent and 2) irreconcilable differences. If you are planning ahead for a divorce and have concerns as to how the new legislation will affect your case, we are here to answer your questions.

The Daily Record has named Neveen H. Kurtom, Esq. to its 2023 listing of Maryland’s Top 100 Women.

Maryland’s Top 100 Women was founded in 1996 to recognize outstanding achievements by women demonstrated through professional accomplishments, community leadership and mentoring.

“This year’s Maryland’s Top 100 Women inspire those around them to be the best. They excel professionally and are active leaders in their communities while also mentoring the next generation," said Suzanne Fischer-Huettner, managing director of The Daily Record/BridgeTower Media. “The Circle of Excellence inductees have demonstrated sustained achievement professionally, in the community and in guiding the next generation of leaders. All of us at The Daily Record are pleased to recognize the amazing accomplishments of this year’s Maryland’s Top 100 Women honorees.”

We are pleased to announce that Neveen Kurtom has been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Maryland Super Lawyers list. Ms. Kurtom has been recognized as a Super Lawyer since 2016. The Law Office of Neveen H. Kurtom is a leading full-service law firm practicing in the areas of family law, criminal defense, and estate planning.

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