A Glass of Wine or a Real Concern? Navigating Alcohol Issues in Custody Cases
Concerns about alcohol use are common in custody cases, but it is not always clear whether there is an actual problem. In some cases, there is objective evidence of alcohol …
Lerch Early Attorneys Named to 2027 Best Lawyers in America
Multiple lawyers from several Lerch, Early & Brewer practices recently were selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027. Ten Lerch Early attorneys have been named to the Ones to Watch …
The Cost of Conflict
In my home, the worst four-letter word isn’t what you’d expect—it’s “hate.” My five-year-old will occasionally try to sneak it into conversation, usually about vegetables. “I hate carrots,” he’ll say, …
A Parent’s Guide to Smoother Custody Transitions
Transitions are tough for kids. Whether it’s the morning routine, school drop-off, leaving camp or daycare, or getting ready for bed, moving from one activity to the next can feel …
Financial Abuse During a Marriage: What D.C. Courts Actually Do About It
Your spouse controlled every dollar. You had to ask for grocery money. They ran up debt in your name without telling you. They kept you from working, or made sure …
Dating After Divorce: 5 Tips for Keeping the Peace with Your Ex
As a family law attorney, I often see former divorce clients back in my office when one of them starts dating again. What should be an exciting new chapter can …
Balkis Awan
Overview Balkis Awan is a family law attorney who represents clients in Maryland and Washington, D.C., with a focus on custody and protective order cases. Naturally curious about people and …
Does Equitable Mean Equal in Divorce?
In Maryland and the District of Columbia, when people are getting divorced, the law provides for the “equitable” distribution of their marital property. Statutes in both states provide a list …
Lerch Early Welcomes Morgan Foster as Principal in its Family Law Practice
Lerch Early is pleased to announce that Morgan Foster has joined the firm as a principal in its Family Law/Divorce practice. Foster represents clients in divorce and custody matters in …
Morgan E. Foster
Overview Morgan Foster practices family law, focusing on complex divorce and custody matters, drawing on 20 years of experience. She represents clients in all aspects of divorce, including division of …
Yours. Mine. Ours? Understanding Marital vs. Non-Marital Property in Divorce
In order to obtain a divorce, either via a negotiated settlement agreement, or through the court process, all marital property must be distributed between the parties. This necessary task begs …
What does Springtime Mean for Divorcing Families?
Separating or divorcing couples may replace their annual “spring cleaning” with “spring planning.” The summer, while your children are out of school, is a practical time to tell your families …
