A parent can be found in contempt for failure to follow the terms of a custody or support order. The most prevalent contempt violations are access and failure to pay child support. Denying access to a child or children subjects the parent denying access to being found in contempt. For example, if the parent is […]
How the Court Resolves Contempt Issues in Custody and Support Matters? Read More »
Legal Custody is the ability of a parent to make major decisions regarding the health, education and welfare of a child. Major decisions include but are not limited to Choosing medical providers for the child. Deciding whether the child receives certain vaccinations, including COVID 19. Whether the child should attend public or private school? Whether
Who Gets Legal Custody? Read More »
The first day of school for students in Montgomery County Maryland is August 26, 2025. Parents will make adjustments to the child’s visitation/access schedule to coincide with the child’s school schedule. In considering a school access schedule, parents should consider the following: 1. The distance between the parent’s homes 2. The current school year’s academic
Child Custody and Access During the School Year Read More »
Family Law Judges encourage parties to resolve custody issues short of trial. The consensus is that it is in the best interest of the child that the parents agree with issues relating to custody and access.Parents who agree on custody terms often put provisions relating to communicating about the child’s summer schedule.A portion of a
Notification Provisions and Consent Custody Agreements Read More »
Court orders usually require that the custodial parent notify the non-custodial parent prior to relocating with the child. The notice requirement is usually included in the court order or the parties’ consent custody agreement. The notice requirement normally has a time period of 60 to 90 days prior to the parent’s intent to relocate. In
Child Custody and Relocation Read More »
