Kiplinger · 2026 · Authored
Why a Rushed Gray Divorce Can Quietly Destroy Your Retirement
Practical guidance on retirement, liquidity, taxes, timing, and financial planning considerations in divorce later in life.
Writing, commentary, and conversations on Maryland family law.
Christopher Castellano has written and spoken on divorce, custody, financial issues, digital assets, technology, and changes in Maryland family law for legal and consumer publications, media outlets, and JGL LAW FOR YOU.
Featured publications & media
Selected outside publications, interviews, and commentary. Authored work is identified separately from interviews and quoted media commentary.
Law.com / The Legal Intelligencer · 2026 · Authored
Maryland Child Support Law in 2026: A Guidelines System Adapts to Blended Families
An analysis of Maryland's child-support framework and the Multifamily Adjustment that became effective October 1, 2025.
The Block · 2025 · Expert Interview
Crypto in Divorce: Lawyer Outlines Common Red Flags Spouse May Be Hiding Assets as Disputes Grow
Interview and commentary concerning cryptocurrency, tracing, valuation, disclosure, and potential hidden digital assets in divorce.
The Daily Record · 2025 · Expert Commentary
Crypto and Divorce: What Attorneys Need to Know
Commentary on identifying, valuing, and addressing cryptocurrency and other digital assets in family-law matters.
Authority Magazine · 2025 · Featured Interview
Peaceful Parenting: Five Essential Tips for Successfully Sharing Custody
An extended interview on communication, structure, conflict reduction, and practical co-parenting after separation.
The Daily Record · 2025 · Quoted Commentary
Maryland Attorneys Discuss Irreconcilable Differences as a Ground for Divorce
Commentary concerning Maryland's revised grounds for divorce and the continuing relevance of fault-related facts to related issues.
Washington Parent · 2023 · Authored
Navigating the Holidays as a Separated or Newly Divorced Parent: A Survivor Guide
Practical planning considerations for separated parents navigating holiday schedules and co-parenting.
The Daily Record · 2025 · Recognition
2025 Family Law Power List
Selected by The Daily Record for its 2025 Family Law Power List.
Podcast & audio
Family-law conversations on JGL LAW FOR YOU and selected guest appearances, with recent episodes first. Episode titles link to the original JGL page.
2026 · JGL LAW FOR YOU
- Privacy, Not Secrecy: How Maryland's New Law Shields Divorce Filings from Public View — September 30, 2026
- Before You Post: When Social Media Becomes Evidence in a Custody Dispute — August 30, 2026
- Protecting the Spouse Who Steps Away: Career Sacrifice Clauses in Prenuptial Agreements — July 31, 2026
- The Hidden Cost of Waiting for Divorce: Part 2 — Children, Support, and Strategic Consequences — June 18, 2026
- The Hidden Cost of Waiting for Divorce: Part 1 — May 18, 2026
- Gray Divorce in Maryland: What to Know About Divorce Later in Life — April 6, 2026
- Maryland Divorce Basics: From Filing to Final Judgment (Part 2) — February 17, 2026
- Maryland Divorce Basics: Costs, Emotions and New Legal Grounds Explained (Part 1) — January 28, 2026
2025 · JGL LAW FOR YOU
- Keeping the Holidays Peaceful After Separation: Real-World Co-Parenting Advice — November 25, 2025
- Maryland's New Custody Law: Understanding the 16 Factors the Court Must Consider — October 29, 2025
- Divorce and the Family Home: What Maryland's New Mortgage Assumption Law Means for You — September 26, 2025
- Back-to-School Challenges for Separated Parents: Custody, Communication & Putting Kids First — August 26, 2025
- Dividing Retirement Assets in Divorce: What You Need to Know — July 24, 2025
- Resolving Family Law Disputes Outside the Courtroom — May 15, 2025
- Cryptocurrency in Divorce: How to Value and Divide Digital Wealth — March 19, 2025
- Housing Issues in Divorce — February 24, 2025
2024 & Earlier
- AI's Potential Impact on Your Divorce — JGL LAW FOR YOU, November 18, 2024
- Social Media and Its Impact on Your Family Law Matter — JGL LAW FOR YOU, October 16, 2024
- Why Legal Fees Can Snowball in Post-Judgment Matters — The Divorce Hour / JGL archive, 2024
- AI's Role in Divorce Actions — The Divorce Hour, February 2024
- What Are the Finances of a Divorce? — JGL LAW FOR YOU, October 6, 2020
Publications & legal commentary
A chronological archive of authored articles and long-form commentary, regardless of publisher. Titles link to the original publication or, where the original archive is unavailable, the best available publication record.
2026
- Why a Rushed Gray Divorce Can Quietly Destroy Your Retirement — Kiplinger
- When Digital Evidence Can Be Faked: AI, Screenshots, and Trust in Maryland Family Law Cases — JGL
- Gray Divorce in Maryland in 2026: What Long-Married Couples Should Know — JGL
- Maryland Child Support Law in 2026: A Guidelines System Adapts to Blended Families — Law.com / The Legal Intelligencer
2025
- Separation, Divorce, Agreements, and Litigation: Understanding the Different Maryland Family Law Terms — JGL
- What to Consider When Preparing to Start a Divorce Case in Maryland — JGL
- Navigating the Holidays as a Co-Parent: Halloween to Thanksgiving in Maryland — JGL
- New Maryland Law Lets Divorcing Homeowners Keep Their Mortgage—Without Refinancing — JGL
- Navigating Back to School After Separation: What Maryland Parents Need to Know — JGL
- When a Kiss Cam Becomes a Crisis: What the Astronomer CEO Scandal Means for Maryland Family Law Clients — JGL
- Gray Divorce in Maryland: What Older Couples Need to Know — JGL
- Navigating the Financial Maze of a Divorce in 2025 — JGL
- Resolve Family Disputes Without a Judge: How Alternative Dispute Resolution Works in Maryland and How It Could Help You — JGL
- Navigating Voluntary Impoverishment in Maryland Child Support and Alimony Cases Since 2022 — JGL
- Appellate Case Watch: Houser v. Houser Poised to Be a Notable Decision in Family Law — JGL
- Thinking About Selling Your Home in Anticipation of a Divorce? — JGL
2024
- New Year, New Chapter: Planning Your Maryland Divorce or Custody Case for 2025 — JGL
- Questions Often Asked About Irreconcilable Differences — JGL
- Dangers of Using AI in Maryland Divorce — JGL
- The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media: How Your Posts Can Impact Your Maryland Divorce — JGL
- What to Do If Your Ex Is Not Paying Child Support: A Guide for Maryland Parents — JGL
- Preparing for a Divorce: Things to Consider — JGL
- Navigating Spring Break Planning as a Divorced/Separated Family — JGL
- Prenuptial Agreements — an Introduction — JGL
2023
2022
2021
2013
- Take Credit Cards? — Maryland Bar Journal (publication record)
- Counseling “Of Counsel” — Maryland Bar Journal (publication record)
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