Providing Legal Advice for Visitation Arrangements
In a divorce, visitation arrangements are determined in conjunction with child custody. It is common for one parent to get primary custody and the other receives visitation rights. There is also shared physical custody, where one party gets, at a minimum, 120 nights of overnight visitation with the children. For a primary custodial arrangement, a common visitation arrangement provides alternating weekends and alternating federal and state holidays.
Your children's visitation arrangement remains in place until they graduate from high school, not necessarily when they reach the age of 18, the children's visitation arrangement can also be modified between the parents. If you are going through a divorce, you may need advice from a lawyer to help you determine the best arrangement for your children.
I have nearly 25 years of experience handling visitation issues. I can explain Maryland visitation guidelines and help your family make informed decisions.
Important Consideration
When deciding your children's long-term visitation schedule, it is important to consider several issues. However, I take great care in examining all possible concerns before recommending visitation solutions. My goal as your attorney is to look out for the best interests of your children and family.
Location
Does your ex-spouse live in the same state as your children? If not, you could face added expenses. Your out-of-state visitation arrangement may need to factor in additional expenses, such as travel costs. You may also want to consider your children's health care options - in case they would need to see a doctor while visiting their out-of-state parent.
Supervision
At the Bowie Law Office of Kari Fawcett, I understand that certain situations may be potentially harmful to your children. You may wish to have your children undergo supervised visitation. I can clearly explain your legal options concerning supervised visitation. I can gather evidentiary materials to support your claim and effectively present your position.
Modification
As with any legal agreement, you can make changes to your visitation agreement or court order after a motion to modify visitation has been filed. I have nearly 25 years of experience handling visitation modifications. I understand which strategies best support your claim.
I also believe that the right custodial and visitation arrangement can help ensure your children maintain close, beneficial relationships with you and their other parent. I respect your situation and want to help you find the right solutions.
Free Consultation
Visitation is an important part of divorce. To discuss visitation issues with a free initial phone consultation, please call me at 301-262-5500 or send me an e-mail.
My office is located in Bowie, Maryland, at the corner of Route 197 and Route 450, just behind the McDonalds.
