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15 February
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Maryland Custody Laws

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Maryland Custody Law

Navigating child custody in Maryland can be overwhelming for parents facing separation or divorce. Understanding Maryland custody law is essential to protecting your parental rights and ensuring the best outcome for your child. This guide covers legal and physical custody, parenting plans, child support implications, visitation rights, and how courts make custody decisions. Whether negotiating an agreement or seeking a court order, having the right legal support is crucial. The Burton Firm is here to help you through every step of the custody process....

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01 July
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CHILD CUSTODY INTERSTATE JURISDICTION ISSUES

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Although the Uniform Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) was designed to resolve any complexities between states, if you find yourself in the middle of an interstate child custody dispute, contact an experienced Maryland family law attorney who can help you. If the parents live in different states or nations, the first issue that must be resolved is whether the court has proper jurisdiction over the person to handle the child custody or support dispute. The UCCJEA is the law that spells out the rules for whether a state’s courts can legally decide a child custody or placement case for any...

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01 April
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CHILD CUSTODY, VISITATION & SUPPORT

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Child custody and visitation is another important part of the divorce proceeding. When contemplating which parent should get primary custody the Court must reach a decision that is “in the best interest of the child.” There are several major facts that the Courts will consider before awarding primary custody to one parent or the other....

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01 August
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GRANDPARENT & 3RD PARTY CUSTODY

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Maryland law allows grandparents and third parties to petition for visitation or custody, provided they can prove parental unfitness or exceptional circumstances. Courts prioritize the child’s best interests, considering factors like the child’s relationship with the third party and emotional stability. Grandparents are treated as third parties, with no preference over others seeking custody. Custody in Maryland is not permanent and can be modified as situations evolve. Types of custody include legal, physical, joint, and sole custody. The court process typically involves pre-trial conferences, mediation, and possibly evaluations to determine custody arrangements and visitation schedules. Each case is unique, and seeking advice...

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01 October
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CHILD CUSTODY & VISITATION

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Under Maryland law, both the father and mother are equally presumed to be the natural parent of their children, unlike some states that may give favor to the mother from the get-go. Custody and visitation rights are strictly granted specifically considering the best interest of the child or children. Other family members may seek custody of the children, but the favoritism is given to the natural mother and father. If you need assistance with determining visitation, make sure you speak to a Maryland child custody attorney. Custody and visitation arrangements are never permanent; either parent may request a reassessment of the...

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01 August
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Children of Divorced Same-Sex Parents

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Since same-sex marriage is legal in the state of Maryland, it is important to understand the nuances and issues that could arise from divorce of same-sex marriage, including that of children. A child born or conceived during a marriage is presumed to be the legitimate child of both spouses, not just the spouse who gave birth to the child. In the past when a same sex couple adopted a child in the state of Maryland, only one of them actually adopted the child from the agency, country or service because two people without a legal tie to one another are...

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