Types of Child Custody in Maryland and D.C.

What Are the Types of Child Custody? 

If you are divorcing with minor children, or have never been married to your child’s other parent, child custody is probably on your mind. But what does it mean when we talk about child custody, and what are the types of child… Read More
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Maryland mental health

Maryland’s New Law Allows 12-Year-Old Children to Consent to Mental Health Treatment

Maryland mental health laws, until recently, made parents responsible for the care and support of their children, including making decisions regarding their health care. In most cases, that responsibility continues until a child becomes a legal adult at eighteen (or until a… Read More
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child custody

Modifying an Existing Child Custody Order: Maryland vs. D.C.

Before we can discuss how to change a child custody order, it is important to understand what a custody order is–and what it is not. Child custody matters can be resolved by agreement of the parents rather than at a trial, but… Read More
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best interest attorney

What is a Best Interest Attorney, and What are Their Responsibilities?

Almost all parents desire to have what is best for their child. Even parents within intact families can disagree about what is in their child’s best interests. Add into the mix the complexity of a divorce or custody dispute. and the process… Read More
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Categories: Child Custody