DC and MD Matrimonial Lawyer Focusing on Custody, Divorce and Prenups
For over 20 years, Regina A. DeMeo has been helping families in MD and DC with custody and divorce issues either through mediation, litigation or advocacy. She is an alumna of Georgetown University and GW University Law School, who is nationally recognized as a top matrimonial attorney. She is frequently quoted in the media for her ideas to promote healthier relationships and featured in the Washington Post, ABA Journal and Bethesda Magazine for her care and commitment to her clients. As a legal commentator, she has appeared on Washington Post Express Facebook Live, ABC tv, Good Morning America, MMCTV, YouTube and Sirius XM, and has been quoted in various magazines, books and journals across the country.
Regina offers appointments in Maryland and DC. Her areas of practice include:
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8 Points to Consider In the New Year
Year-end is a perfect time not just for corporations, but for individuals to take a good look at how they spent their time, money and effort. After taking into account this year's return on our investments, we can then figure out a plan for the coming year. When going through this analysis, here are 8 points to consider: 1. Health- are you taking good care of yourself? If not, now is the time to think about making changes that will improve your physical and mental well-being. 2. Work- are you satisfied with your professional performance and compensation? It is important to take pride in your work and feel properly appreciated for your efforts. If this is not happening, you need to figure out how to implement a change. 3. Family- are you happy with your existing family ties? Family dynamics are tricky, but if there is discord within your family, you need to try to find a way to make peace-- a form of peace that you can live with. 4. Money- are you financially solid? To survive, you need to be able to meet your own basic expenses. If you don't have a good grasp on your budget, ask for help. 5. Friends- have you created a support network that works for you? Friends do get married, move away, [...]
What’s Your Christmas Wish?
As many of us make the journey to visit family and friends for the holidays this week, we are bound to reflect back on 2014 and think about not just what we have accomplished, but also what we have left undone. My advice is to cut yourself some slack, and after making your to-do list for 2015, let go of the bad and focus on the good. We all have our sources of stress and sadness, but this holiday season try to take some time to unplug from everything and put things in perspective-- a better perspective. No matter how bad you think you have it, someone else has it far worse. You can't look at the glass as half empty-- instead, you need to train your brain to see that glass as half full. I cannot explain why I'm naturally wired to have a positive attitude, but I can tell you that positive thinking is an essential survival skill in life. I've had to overcome some horrific challenges, and it is no secret that the only way most survivors are able to cope is because they believe that everything happens for a reason, and that it will all work out in the end. So, this Christmas season, while I hope your wishes do come true, here is my wish [...]
Can You Stop Enabling Bad Behavior?
Those of us focused on finding solutions to problems will often encounter one big one: we tend to be enablers. What does that mean exactly? Well, it basically means that because we keep covering up or fixing the mistakes of those we love, we don't let them suffer the harsh consequences that would normally result from their bad choices. But eventually, one of two things will happen: either you get tired of mopping up someone else's messes, or they will create a catastrophic situation that finally leaves you with no choice but to walk away. There are actually many problem accumulators out there, and I unfortunately have to hear about them and their epic failures every day in divorce court. Sometimes I refer to these people as ten-triers-- these are people that need to get burned at least 10 times before it finally sinks in that fire is actually dangerous. Ten triers simply cannot play out the consequences of their choices beforehand, and instead just act on impulse. They often lack insight into their own behaviors, and impulse control. If you are a loving, caring person, you will find that you in particular are a magnet for these problematic types. Why? Well, precisely because they need you to help fix their problems. But you can't always play the role of [...]
Aren’t You Getting Tired of Faking It?
Whether in or out of bed, I really don't get it-- what is the point of faking it? Either you are truly happy being with someone, or you are not. If you don't actually feel fulfilled despite the big house full of toys, fancy car and fat bank account, then maybe it's time to take a good look at some of your life choices and make some changes. The secret to success is this: you have to define it for yourself. Growing up poor, I bought into all the commercial hype and after putting myself through law school I pursued all the normal big-ticket items, but with each new acquisition or professional accomplishment I found myself thinking "what's next?" It's almost like you become a junkie looking for that next big hit. The problem is that this never ends, and once you realize how meaningless it all is, what you are left with is a deep, undeniable feeling of dissatisfaction. At that point, what do you do? Well, let me clue you into something that has been medically proven: dis-ease will eventually lead to disease. If your mind isn't well, those problems will manifest themselves in your body. Take a good look at the GenXers around you-- how many of those in the rat race have actually aged well? Not [...]