Maryland’s New Custody Law: HB 1191 Brings Clarity to Family Court
May 14, 2025
Maryland House Bill 1191, effective October 1, 2025, introduces a clear framework for courts to follow when deciding legal and physical custody.
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How can I modify my child custody decision?
April 25, 2025
Parenting plans are designed to provide structure, stability, and clarity—but life doesn’t always go according to plan. Whether it’s a new job, a move across the state, or concerns about a child’s well-being, circumstances can arise that make your current custody order no longer practical—or safe.
A Family Law Attorney’s Gift Guide for Children
December 2, 2024
Wasserman White is pleased to present our 2024 Holiday Gifts Giving Guide! This year’s edition is geared entirely for children, with intentional gifts aimed at creating experiences or providing support.
Notes From the Author: Overview of Cost-Effective Child Custody Litigation
March 18, 2024
“Cost-Effective Child Custody Litigation is an invaluable guide for family law attorneys looking for cost saving tips to help advocate
Disagree With Your Co-parent on Which School Your Child Should Attend? Here Are Some Strategies
June 21, 2022
Disagreements over which school your child should attend usually arise when a co-parent wants to relocate to an area within
5 Tips for Successful Co-Parenting
March 1, 2022
Although there are available resources for how best to co-parent, there is no collective guidebook on successful co-parenting. Each family
Child Custody and Relocation of a Parent
February 21, 2022
With separation comes the opportunity to pursue a new life. Those who find themselves moving out of the home they
De Facto Parentage: Child Custody in Maryland When You Are Not the Biological Parent
December 6, 2021
A new custody case, identified by the initials B.O. v. S.O., was recently decided by the Court of Special Appeals
Marijuana Use in Child Custody Cases In Maryland
March 8, 2021
Since medical marijuana was legalized in Maryland, the courts have had to consider the medical and recreational use of marijuana
Child Custody Agreements: What To Do When Maryland Schools Reopen
October 13, 2020
For the Maryland public schools, the time has come for localities to decide whether it is safe for students to
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