There are so many extenuating circumstances that may make it difficult for a divorced parent to see their child. Maybe at the time an existing order was created your work schedule made visitation impossible; maybe you didn't have a residence suitable for a child;...
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How to co-parent during a divorce
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Sep 10, 2018 | Child Custody
Maryland parents who choose to get a divorce will still need to find a way to raise their children together. Doing so can help the children understand that they are loved and cared for regardless of how their parents feel about each other. Furthermore, when parents...
After divorce, moving towards co-parenting
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Aug 1, 2018 | Child Custody
Maryland parents planning for a post-divorce future may be thinking about how best to accomplish their goals for successful co-parenting. While the two parents may no longer be interested in a romantic relationship with one another, their commitment to their children...
Joint legal custody and shared decision-making after divorce
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | May 2, 2018 | Child Custody
Many Maryland parents considering divorce may find that dealing with child custody can be the most difficult part of separating. While both parents may love their children deeply, ending the marital relationship could mean less family time. By developing a custody...
Mediation can help resolve child custody disputes
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Apr 24, 2018 | Child Custody
When people in Maryland make the decision to divorce, one of the most complex aspects of ending the marriage is often resolving child custody issues. While the parents' romantic relationship is over, it is often very difficult for both the parents and the children to...
Maryland set to revoke parental rights of rapists
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Nov 9, 2017 | Child Custody
Did you know that our state is one of the very that allows attackers to claim parental rights when a woman is impregnated during a sexual assault? The Baltimore Sun reports that there are only six other states that allow rapists to assert parental rights. Those states...
Make moving between two homes easier for your children
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Nov 6, 2017 | Child Custody
One of the post-divorce changes that your children will have to deal with is becoming acclimated to living between two homes. Adjusting can be difficult, partly because they will no longer see both parents every day — now it will be one at a time. Fortunately,...
Tips to help parents deal with a toxic ex
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Sep 8, 2017 | Child Custody
Following a divorce, a Maryland parent may call his or her ex toxic for a variety of reasons. In some cases, the ex may still be angry about the divorce, may be attempting to alienate the children or has an addiction that makes co-parenting difficult. Even so, many...
How parental rights might be terminated
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Aug 23, 2017 | Child Custody
In Maryland, parental rights may be terminated either involuntarily or voluntarily. There are certain circumstances that might lead a court to order a termination. Parents may also terminate their own rights voluntarily, which normally happens in the case of adoption....
Dealing with a parental kidnapping case
On Behalf of Abney at Law, P.C. | Aug 3, 2017 | Child Custody
A Maryland parent can be accused of kidnapping a child if he or she absconds with a child when the other parent has custody. While these cases can be complex and difficult to deal with on many levels, parents who have had a child abducted can rely on law enforcement...
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