The majority of divorces in Maryland are somewhat peaceful. However, as civil as they may be, some issues will take time to agree upon. One of the most common of these issues is joint child custody. Also known as shared custody, this is when a judge orders that both...

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What to expect at your relocation hearing
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Jan 12, 2018 | Child Custody
Last week, we discussed in broad terms what happens when one member of a divorced couple decides to move away and the couple has minor children in common. This week, we’ll delve into what happens in the event that the non-relocating ex-spouse does not agree to...
If you move away from your ex and you have shared child custody
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Jan 8, 2018 | Child Custody
You just landed your dream job! The only problem is, it’s in Virginia Beach. That’s a long way from Baltimore, where, your son and your ex-husband currently live. How does your move affect your child custody arrangement?Under Maryland law, you can’t...
Will Maryland eliminate parental rights for rapists?
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Dec 21, 2017 | Child Custody
The Maryland Senate is poised to pass some landmark legislation early next year—which many say is long overdue. The proposed bill has failed nine times before, but this time, members of the General Assembly are optimistic that the bill has built up sufficient...
Ways to prepare for a custody evaluation
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Nov 13, 2017 | Child Custody
If you are embroiled in a custody dispute with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, or the other parent of your child, the prospect of dealing with a custody evaluator probably is not welcoming. Custody evaluators are essentially investigators appointed by court or mutually...
Resolving parenting time disputes, revisited
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Oct 25, 2017 | Child Custody
Halloween will be here sooner than you think. If you have become numb from seeing Halloween decorations and costumes since Labor Day, chances are that your children have not. Nevertheless annual night of haunts and delights should be a night to remember for your kids,...
Co-parent easily during the school year by utilizing these tips
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Sep 21, 2017 | Child Custody
The arrival of autumn and the change in seasons signals a few things. Beyond the change of colors in the leaves and the much anticipated arrival of the pumpkin spice latte, it means back to school for kids. While kids are abuzz with the change in seasons, it can be...
Seeking relocation may be in the best interests of child
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Aug 18, 2017 | Child Custody
It is entirely possible for two parents to love their child but not necessarily be in love with each other. Families have a lot of different dynamics these days, and in order for child-rearing to go smoothly, a child custody arrangement need be in place to ensure...
Issues facing unmarried couples and child custody
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Jul 27, 2017 | Child Custody
Often a person may associate child custody issues with those who are going through a divorce, but that is not always the case. Around 40 percent of babies born today are born to unwed mothers. It's not surprising that there are many custody issues for these families...
Parenting agreement advisable for child custody arrangement
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Jul 9, 2017 | Child Custody
When married parents in Maryland make the decision to divorce, or if unmarried parents break up, it can be difficult to discern how to raise their child in separate households. While it may be difficult it isn't impossible. There are certain tools at parents' disposal...
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