Child custody issues can arise both during and after a divorce. Child custody issues can also arise when the parents of the child have never been married to each other. Whether you are in the middle of a divorce, or not, the child custody attorneys at Edwards Phillip Amourgis PC can help you.
Deciding where your children will live and how often you will get to spend time with them is not easy. Which parent should the child live with? If the child lives with Mom, how often and when can Dad visit? Where will your son or daughter be for national and religious holidays, such as Christmas or Labor Day, half days at school or days off for teacher training, or the long summer vacation? What happens if Mom or Dad wants to move out of state? What do you do if the other parent does not follow the court orders on visitation, custody and support? These are just some of the many questions you must think about.
Matters involving child custody are often emotionally charged and can be extremely difficult to deal with, since the decisions made regarding child custody will directly affect your child's future and well being. The child custody attorneys at Edwards Phillip Amourgis, PC will analyze your case and help you put your best foot forward.
At Edwards Phillip Amourgis, PC, we work tirelessly to protect our clients' best interests and legal rights. Call 301-328-1243, toll free at 877-593-5219 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.
Custody Agreements
Often times, parents with children have agreed upon child custody and visitation, even before a complaint for custody is filed. When they do, they may require an attorney to put their agreement into writing, so that the Court will incorporate the parents' agreement into the child custody order. The child custody attorneys at Edwards Phillip Amourgis, PC can guide you in reaching an amicable resolution of these issues.
When there is no Custody Agreement
When there is no agreement over child custody, the fight over the custody of your children can be a heart wrenching battle between parents, guardians and other people who love your children and want what is best for them. Both parents may want what is best for their children, but cannot agree what that is. Child custody and the related issue of child support are frequent sources of conflict between parents.
In Maryland, when the parents are fighting about child custody, a judge will weigh various factors to determine who gets custody of the children. Parents are not automatically awarded joint custody of the children, nor will the judge automatically give custody to the children's natural mother. It is therefore vital to present a strong case so that when the court weighs the factors used to determine custody, the outcome that you prefer is supported by your case. An attorney who is experienced with child custody cases will know what factors the court considers when determining child custody.
At Edwards Phillip Amourgis, PC, we will help you put your best foot forward in court by demonstrating why the custody arrangement that you prefer is the best custody arrangement for your children. We can help you in your fight for child custody and help you get the results that you deserve and that are best for your son or daughter. Call 301-328-1243, toll free at 877-593-5219 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation.
Changes of Custody or Visitation
Although a Court may have determined custody and visitation in the past, this does not mean that you can never change or modify custody and/or visitation. There may be various reasons to change the current child custody arrangement, such as a change in circumstances between the parents, or changes between the child and the custodial or non-custodial parent.
Whether you are seeking custody or visitation rights, you need to understand how the decisions you make will impact your life. We work closely with clients to ensure that they have the information they need in order to make the best decisions for themselves and their children. We will discuss your options and help you navigate the legal system. To schedule a free initial consultation with a knowledgeable lawyer, call 301-328-1243, toll free at 877-593-5219 or contact us online.