Smart home devices like Ring doorbells, entertainment hubs and speakers are in millions of homes. And the data they can record is increasingly playing a role in Maryland family court cases. Digital footage, audio clips and account logs can influence custody decisions,...

Life changes can disrupt even the most stable custody plan. You may need to update your order when those changes begin to affect your child’s well-being. What counts as a material change Maryland courts require proof of a “material change in circumstances” before they...

Life changes quickly after a divorce, and you may eventually need to move for a new job or to be closer to family. As of Oct. 1, 2025, Maryland updated its custody laws to provide clearer rules on how these moves affect your legal arrangements. Defining...

Families in Catonsville and throughout Maryland take many forms. Often, the person a child relies on most for daily care and emotional support is not their biological parent. You might be a stepparent, a grandparent or a long-term partner serving as a primary...

Maryland implemented a significant statutory change in late 2025 regarding child custody decisions. For decades, judges relied on old court cases to determine where your child will reside after a divorce. As of Oct. 1, a formal "list of factors" became effective,...

Co-parents have to think about what their children need all the time. Many have specific guidelines to follow during most of the year, but the winter holidays are often the exception to those rules.  The winter holidays come with a break from school, special days and...

When it comes to child custody in Maryland, parents often wonder if their teenager's wishes are the final word. The simple answer is no, but their opinion carries significant weight, especially as they get older. Maryland law prioritizes the "best interests of the...

Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be challenging, especially when one parent is dealing with mental health issues. Many people assume that a mental health diagnosis automatically disqualifies a parent from sharing custody of their children.  However,...

When you're facing a custody battle in Maryland, it's easy to feel like your entire life is under a microscope. But judges don't base their decisions on who seems more frustrated or who files the most paperwork. They follow a clear legal framework that focuses on one...

Family courts take child safety seriously. When concerns about endangerment arise, it may become a central issue in custody decisions. Even if a child has not been physically harmed, the potential for serious risk can prompt the court to reconsider an individual’s...