Maryland courts allow a parent to ask for a custody modification if there has been a material change in circumstances. This means that something important has changed since the court entered the last custody order. To support a request, though, you must provide...
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Child Custody And Visitation
What parents should know about summer vacation and custody orders
When school lets out for summer, regular custody schedules often need adjustments. Consider how co-parents can prepare for summer custody changes and avoid common pitfalls. Adjusting custody schedules for summer Unlike the structured school year, summer introduces...
When life changes, so should your child custody arrangement
When making child custody decisions, courts aim to provide stability for children through consistent orders. But they also recognize that life does not stand still. Families evolve, circumstances shift and children grow. The arrangement that once worked for your...
The importance of the initial order for custody
When parents get divorced, the topic of custody is inevitable. Usually, both parents will want some influence over their children’s lives. The courts help them decide how much custody each parent has; the initial order is one of the most important parts of this...
Modification of custody in Maryland when a child’s needs change
As children grow, their preferences and needs can change, impacting their living arrangements. In Maryland, courts may modify custody orders if a child articulates valid reasons for a change. Listening to the child’s voice A child's preferences can be a significant...
Pros and cons of the right of first refusal in parenting plans
Some parenting plans have the right of first refusal. It means when one parent is unable to care for the child during their scheduled time for a duration such as four hours, they must offer the other parent the opportunity to do so before seeking alternative...
How to recognize parental alienation
Parental alienation occurs when one parent manipulates their child to reject or harbor negative feelings toward the other parent. This behavior can have detrimental effects on the child's emotional well-being and the parent-child relationship. Recognizing the signs of...
Helping your child deal with custody issues
When it comes to divorce, child custody can be a particularly contentious topic for parents. Child custody matters can also be emotionally challenging for children as they navigate changes in their family dynamics. It is very important to minimize the emotional impact...
How does a parent’s relocation affect custody in Maryland?
Divorce or separation often leads to many changes in the lives of many minor children. They often find themselves travelers constantly moving between homes. When one parent decides to relocate, it can introduce even more changes. One area that may change as a result...
The penalties for failing to pay child support
Whether you cannot pay child support and worry about the consequences you could face or your child's other parent refuses to pay what they owe, it is crucial to understand how child support enforcement works. In Maryland, parents who fall behind on child support face...
