It is not uncommon for Maryland grandparents to seek full custody of their grandchildren if a parent is unable to fulfill his or her childcare responsibilities. These cases are not usually "cut and dry," and they can take time to resolve -- especially if the parent of...
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Are mothers really more likely to get custody?
It hasn't always been the case, but today, fathers are just as likely to obtain custody as mothers. There are a number of factors that play into the decision, so before you assume that you won't be able to obtain custody because of your gender, it's important to...
What if my child lives in another state?
Most states have adopted the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. Nevertheless, different state courts may have different ways of interpreting the act. As such, if you are involved in a child custody dispute with a spouse who is living in another...
Child protection and the Maryland Department of Social Services
If a child is suspected to be at risk of abuse and/or neglect, any Maryland resident can report their suspicions to the Department of Social Service. There is even a special child abuse hotline that can be used for this purpose. Often, the individuals who report such...
What do Maryland courts consider during a child custody matter?
The most difficult part of any divorce if you are a parent is not the complexities involved with asset division. Rather, it's coming to agreement on child custody terms. Fortunately, in spite of the difficulty, most parents are able to arrive at mutually agreed upon...
Who gets child custody in a Maryland divorce?
The decision to divorce is one of the most difficult a person can make. When children are involved, the decision to exit an unhappy marriage can be even harder. Child custody is one of the top concerns for many parents contemplating divorce. There is a common...
Three tips for a successful co-parenting relationship
Unlike the marriage relationship, the parenting relationship continues long after a divorce is finalized. Many parenting options are available, but one of the more popular current options is referred to as co-parenting. This form of parenting is touted as an option...
Why you shouldn’t move out without the kids during a divorce
Your mind is full of questions. You or your spouse have decided to divorce, and you're not sure what will happen next. What about the kids? Who will get custody? The divorce isn't final, but you know it's going to happen. So you think about the idea of one of you...
Millennials have lower divorce rates: How do they do it?
Divorces that involve asset division and child custody are particularly complicated and heart-wrenching to navigate. Better they avoid getting divorced in the first place, right? Of course, the answer to this question is clear, but it's a lot easier said than done. No...
Maryland laws make uncontested divorce easier in Maryland
The Maryland legislature removed an outdated divorce requirement not long ago. The General Assembly approved a new piece of law designed to make it easier for Maryland residents to have an uncontested divorce by loosening the formerly strict requirements that required...