Whether Delaware will recognize a common law marriage depends on the laws of the state where the marriage was formed and the evidence available to prove it. These cases are often fact-intensive and require careful review of the parties' history and documentation.

If you believe you may have entered into a common law marriage outside Delaware and are considering divorce, speaking with an experienced Delaware family law attorney can help you understand your rights, evaluate your evidence, and determine the best path forward.

When a couple gets divorced, they often divide their property and assets. This can include things like money in bank accounts, retirement funds, real estate, or other valuable property. If you receive disability benefits, you may wonder whether getting property in a divorce could affect those benefits.

The answer depends on which disability program you receive.

When you’re going through a divorce in Delaware, dividing retirement accounts can be one of the most complex challenges you’ll face. If you or your spouse have a 401(k), pension, or other employer-sponsored retirement plan, you’ll need a special court order called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order—or QDRO—to divide those accounts without devastating tax penalties.

At Maven Law, we help families navigate divorce in Delaware with clarity and confidence. Here’s what you need to know about QDROs.

What is a confirmation calendar in Delaware?

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