At the heart of the Launch Party celebration were the firm’s partners—Marta M. Dybowski, Vernon Vassallo, and Alfred A. Cave—whose combined experience and shared commitment to excellence form the foundation of Maven Law. Each brings a distinct perspective and depth of expertise, yet together they embody a unified mission: to provide thoughtful, strategic, and client-centered legal solutions.

Title: Can a Delaware Asset Protection Trust (DAPT) Keep Your House Safe from Delaware Medicaid?

Short answer: Possibly — but not automatically. A Delaware Asset Protection Trust (“DAPT”) can be a powerful tool for shielding assets (including real estate) from future creditor claims but using it to plan for Medicaid eligibility requires careful timing, proper drafting, and trusted local legal advice.

When people first explore disability benefits, they often hear about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and assume they’re the same. While both are administered by the Social Security Administration and require proof of disability, they serve different purposes and populations.

If you believe your child is in immediate danger, Delaware Family Court has procedures that allow a parent to request emergency custody.

However, emergency custody is reserved for truly urgent situations. It is not designed for routine disagreements between parents.

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.

If you’re engaged and starting to plan your future, you may be wondering whether a prenuptial agreement is something you should have.

For many couples in Delaware, especially those getting married for the first time, the question is not about divorce. It is about clarity. A prenup allows you to decide in advance how finances would be handled if the marriage ever ended.

When pursuing a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim, choosing a local attorney like Melissa Green, Esq. can significantly improve the outcome of your case. As a highly experienced Delaware and Pennsylvania attorney, Melissa has an in-depth understanding of the specific practices and procedures of local Social Security offices, which can be crucial for navigating the complexities of these claims. She is well-versed in navigating regional nuances, from the local judges to the claims process, giving her clients an edge in securing approval.

Maven: “I don’t even know what mediation is.”