Child Custody

As divorced families evolve so must their co-parenting plans. This is particularly true as children turn into teenagers and their Maryland parents find themselves maneuvering a different set of conflicts and concerns than when the kids were younger. At that time,...

Maryland parents who are in the middle of a custody dispute might question if joint physical custody is the best option for the family. Courts seem to generally prefer that parents share custody. However, in many cases, this might not be in the best interests of the...

No two child custody cases are exactly alike. When parents go through a divorce, they have to create a child custody schedule that works for their family. There are many different options available, and you should choose the one that is best for everyone. Alternating...

Parents in Maryland only want the best for their children. However, there are times when you might need to request modifications to your original custody agreement. One parent has moved If one parent has moved out of state or even to a city that’s very far away, the...

If you live separately from your child's other parent because of a divorce or separation, you should still make sure that you are both parts of your child's life and that they get the best they can from you. This is achievable by creating a solid parenting plan that...

Military members who are going through a divorce often worry that they won't get to maintain custody of their children because of their service. Federal law protects the right of military parents to have either sole or joint custody of their children just as civilian...

When Maryland parents are no longer together, they will need to establish a child custody agreement and child support payment amounts. This process might seem daunting, but once parents do reach an agreement and the court approves it, the wait time for financial...

Maryland parents who are involved in a custody dispute should take steps to demonstrate that they are responsible, cooperative and involved in their child's life. Above all, they should put the best interests of the child first and should show this level of commitment...

Not surprisingly, parents in the Rockville area may have to move to another part of the state or even outside of Maryland. After all, a better job opportunity may come up that promises a better life for a person’s family. In other cases, the move may be necessary to...