Maryland has now put custody evaluator qualifications into law. This is a major shift from years of unclear expectations and widely differing credentials for custody evaluators. For families that are navigating family custody disputes, this helps to bring new consistency across the state. Understanding what these requirements mean and how they might impact your case…
Parenting coordination is an increasingly popular tool in Maryland. Families who experience conflict after a divorce is completed often benefit when the court appoints a parenting coordinator to help reduce the conflict and make decisions. This is a court-authorized process that helps parents implement their existing parenting orders, rather than relitigating or modifying orders in…
Maryland significantly changed its child custody laws when it passed HB 1191. This puts into the law books actual custody factors the court must consider when determining the best interests of the child. For decades, the courts relied on case law for these factors. The law, which became effective October 1, 2025, takes this case…
Life continues to change even after your Maryland divorce. You may be thinking about moving. This could be because of a new job, new relationship, or you just need a change. If you are planning to move far away, there may be restrictions or notifications on your move. It could also impact your parenting arrangements…
Co-parenting can be a challenge, but it can also work when done effectively. Unfortunately, even a previously effective relationship can break down. This might be because of disagreements between the co-parents, or because circumstances unexpectedly changed, and you both need help figuring out what to do next. Modifying custody order can help protect the children…
Joint custody after divorce can provide your kids’ many great benefits. The love and support of both parents makes a big difference in their lives. This doesn’t mean it’s without challenges. Knowing how to navigate common issues and resolutions for them can make a big difference in your post-divorce life. At RPM Law, our Maryland…
When one parent needs to relocate, it can throw a wrench in the child custody agreement you’re used to. This is especially true if one parent needs to move a far distance away, or out of state. This changes school schedules, visitations, transportation, and so much more. Because of this, Maryland courts treat relocations as…
Child custody is likely one of the most charged issues you will face in your divorce. This is especially true if you can’t already agree on how to handle parenting after you end your marriage. You may be wondering if you can get full custody of the children. It can be difficult, unless there are…
While the holidays are supposed to be fun, they can also be stressful for co-parents after a divorce. You could also be in the midst of a divorce and trying to handle co-parenting while separated for the first time. The holidays can throw quite a wrench into all of that. You both need to change…
During a Maryland divorce, or in a post-decree action, your child may want a say in their own custody arrangement. Are they allowed to choose which parent to live with? While your child’s preferences may be taken into account, they do not get the final say in where they live. Instead, that decision is ultimately…
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