Regina DeMeo, known affectionately as GenXSmartie, hosts a blog about relationships, and it covers dating, marriage, parenting, modern family dynamics and divorce as seen from the very personal perspective of a divorced divorce lawyer.
9/11- A Day of Reflection for Many
I rarely remember what the weather was like on a particular day-- especially over a decade later, but I will never forget the clear blue skies and [...]
When Blending Families- Proceed with Caution
After going through a divorce, it is such an incredible feeling to find love again-- but if you have kids from your first marriage, you have to [...]
Setting Clear Boundaries– especially with FUBARs
There are a lot of manipulative people out there, and although it is human nature to want to get your way, there are some that don't know [...]
Planning for Major Life Events
Most of us are aware of the need to plan for major events-- like a birth, a wedding, buying a house, etc. Yet so few people actually [...]
Wait Nine Months–Or More When Dating
Normally, it takes nine months to make a baby, and once that baby goes off to school it will take that child nine months to complete a [...]
What is the big deal with turning 40?
Throughout the years, a recurring theme with my clients has been this "mid-life crisis" moment that one partner seems to have, and then the whole family's world [...]
Fireworks & Buckets
Some of us are originally wired to put people into one of only two buckets-- they are either in or out; you either like them or you [...]
Making a Clean Break
In today's Washington Post there was an article about break-ups in the age of modern technology. As a divorce attorney, I've obviously been involved with many break-ups [...]
With Relationships, Perfection Is The Enemy of Good
Voltaire is credited with the saying, "perfection is the enemy of the good." No where is that more appropriate than in personal relationships. No one is pefect-- [...]
Understanding Athletes
There is a small percentage of us that get to compete nationally, train at the Olympic Training Center, and enjoy the spotlight at an early age. I [...]
Comparisons Aren’t Always A Good Thing
In general, comparing notes can be helpful. In the business world, it's always good to know what the average compensation rate is for your particular field. In [...]
Recovering from a Failed Marriage
For many of us, divorce is a life-altering event. Those of us that do not wish to repeat that experience again, may opt to delve into our [...]
As Parents, We Need to Keep an Open Mind
This week on Cristina Radio, in connection with the whole Jackson family custody saga, I was able to weigh in on the importance of keeping an open [...]
Intentional or Not? It Does Make a Difference.
We all get disappointed at times, and those of us with a strong, assertive personality tend to show our disappointment in an angry way, versus a more [...]
Divorce & Domestic Violence
Tonight on air I get to discuss domestic violence, which research suggests occurs at least once in most divorces-- and I do sincerely mean divorces in all [...]
Lessons from Our Fathers
My very first trial involved an unwed father, who wanted to spend quality time with his son. He did not just want to be an alternating weekend [...]
There Are No Guarantees
Every day as a divorce lawyer, I see people face the sad reality that their "happily ever after" has come to a crashing end. I myself got [...]
How Do You Define Cheating?
Lawyers are known for being very technical, and so it should come as no surprise that in many states adultery is clearly defined as vaginal penetration, which [...]
Top 5 Deal Breakers in Dating
We all have different deal-breakers, and some we may realize right away, others we only learn over time, by dating people that trigger a viceral reaction within [...]
Beware of Childhood Baggage
We all have baggage from our childhood, and unfortunately whether you like it or not, it all resurfaces sooner or later-- especially when you yourself become a [...]
Let Me Help You!
I am committed to providing stellar legal services at a reasonable price-point. Together with my clients, I strive to develop a legal strategy that works within their budgets tailored to meet their needs regarding a either a prenup or postnup, or separation/divorce cases involving child support, alimony, custody and/or property division. Flat-fee prenups and separation agreements are available upon request.
Office: 7960 Old Georgetown Rd, Suite 3B, Bethesda, MD 20814
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Email: rdemeo@markhamlegal.com