How do I pick the right attorney? Hiring the right lawyer is one of the more important decisions you will make in your life. They can help you protect your family, minimize your liability, make others accountable, get you good results in a divorce or custody matter and make sure your loved ones are taken…
One of the many services Hillman, Brown & Darrow offers is providing advice and assistance to our clients in filing for expungement of police and court records. The internet makes it easier than ever for employers or other interested parties to access your publicly-available criminal charge information; therefore, it is imperative to seek expungement in…
Hillman Brown & Darrow’s senior partner and co-founder, Michael P. Darrow, was recently invited to speak at the Mastery Charter School’s Career Day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mike sat on a panel with public safety personnel, government officials and other attorneys. Each year the school recruits a diverse group of distinguished business professionals to educate and…
My spouse and I are separated with kids. Things are amicable right now and I don’t want to rock the boat. Do I need an attorney? Both marriage and divorce are legal actions regulated by the State of Maryland. The divorce process is not intended just to dissolve your marriage, but to also resolve custody,…
Beginning October 1, 2025, several new Maryland laws took effect addressing roadway safety, family law, tenant protections, healthcare access, and criminal record reform, among other areas. As a law firm dedicated to keeping Maryland residents informed, we believe it’s important to understand how these changes may impact you and your family. Maryland’s updated Move Over…
I have a family member/ friend with special needs. What can I do to protect their financial interests and ensure their future? Ensuring loved ones are taken care of after reaching maturity is something many families must address. There are many options, including special needs trusts, powers of attorney (financial and of property), and guardianships….
Do I need a prenuptial agreement to protect me from debts my spouse incurred before our marriage? Not necessarily, but a prenuptial agreement is useful for many reasons. You do not become legally responsible for your spouse’s debt just because you get married. However, if you take an action to assume responsibility of the debt,…
Do I Need a Lawyer to Make a Will? Whenever prospective clients inquire about making a will, a chief concern of theirs, understandably, is cost. Legal work can be expensive, even for what a prospective client might think is a “simple” matter, such as a “simple” will (if there is such a thing). Some ask…
My Partner and I were married in a state that allowed same sex marriage before it became legal in Maryland. Can I file for divorce in Maryland? Yes, provided you meet the legal requirements for a divorce in Maryland. Married same-sex couples are treated no differently than married heterosexual couples in divorce and custody cases….
How can military service affect our divorce? Military service on behalf of our country is one of the greatest commitments and sacrifices a person can make. However, it can also have a major impact on how you handle a separation and divorce. You will need to navigate through a complex series of state and federal…
Sam Brown 2013 Leadership Anne Arundel Executive Leadership Series Class Graduate Annapolis Attorney Samuel J. Brown is a graduate of the Leadership Anne Arundel 2013 Executive Leadership Class. The Executive Leadership Series (ELS) is a program designed to enhance community leaders’ awareness and knowledge of issues impacting the region. One of the primary benefits of the…
Traditionally, our grade school history text books teach us that George Washington was the first president of the United States. However, what most Americans do not realize is that he was the first president under the Second or “New” Constitution. A very important group of men came before George Washington and actually accepted his resignation from…
