Child custody disputes can be emotionally draining and financially taxing for all parties involved. Mediation is a popular alternative to traditional litigation that can provide numerous benefits for families navigating the complexities of child custody. This comprehensive guide will explore… Read More
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Understanding Child Access and Visitation Rights
As a parent, you want to give your child a solid foundation of love and support. No matter how separated a family becomes, both parents should remain involved in their child’s life. You can achieve this continued connection through visitation… Read More
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What to Do When Your Spouse Asks for a Divorce
When your spouse asks for a divorce, that statement will set in motion various emotional, practical, and financial challenges for both of you. You need to respond thoughtfully to protect yourself and your children. Knowing what you should do after… Read More
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What to Do if Your Ex Doesn’t Follow the Custody Order
Child custody agreements are designed to prioritize the well-being of your children while providing a clear framework for co-parenting. However, situations may arise when your ex does not adhere to the terms of the custody order. If this happens, it’s… Read More
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What to Do If Your Ex Doesn’t Pay Child Support
Child support is court-mandated payments made by one parent to the other. In Maryland, a child has the legal right to receive financial support from both parents. Generally, one parent pays the child support to the other to provide for… Read More
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Do You Need Divorce Mediation?
Navigating the stress of divorce can be a challenging and emotional journey. For Maryland residents, the decision-making process extends beyond personal relationships into the legal world, where traditional litigation and alternative resolution methods, like mediation, weigh heavily on future outcomes…. Read More
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Talking to Your Kids About Divorce
Divorce is never easy, and it’s particularly challenging for parents of young children. In addition to worrying about the legal issues of child custody, parenting time, and child support, there is the very personal consideration of how the children will… Read More
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How to Prove Parental Alienation
Parental alienation happens when a child aligns with one parent and rejects the other parent for seemingly no reason. Unfortunately, this toxic behavior can destroy a parent’s relationship with their child and leave the child in a damaged state of… Read More
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How to Protect Yourself During a Contested Child Custody Case
In a contested custody case, the focus should always be on the child’s best interests instead of “winning” in the traditional sense. The court’s primary concern is ensuring your child’s well-being and safety. However, you can improve your chances of… Read More
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How to Tell When You Need a Child Custody Lawyer
Divorce is an incredibly emotional and stressful event in life. Not only are couples being faced with an entirely new way of life for themselves, but if children are involved, the divorce process is much more complicated. For parents in… Read More