Child Custody Laws in Maryland

Not every Maryland romance will lead to a happy ending. This is but a truth and a fact. Fortunately, we, a law firm in Silver Spring, Maryland, can help you sort out all legal questions regarding divorce and eventual child custody issues. If you and your ex have children, custody can be agreed upon. However, most states, like Maryland, have adopted the Uniform Child Custody Act.

Joint custody is an option for separated parents. The state even recognizes grandparents’ visitation rights. However, it does not consider the wishes of the child in custody matters but a 16-year-old may petition the court for a change of custody. Either way, one must hire a competent lawyer in Maryland to lay out the fundamental foundations of a child custody case.

More often, parents don’t easily agree on a custody arrangement on their own. This will then require them to ask the intervention of the court. A petition will then be filed and the parties will then need to attend custody hearings. Nearly in all cases, the main concern in creating a custody arrangement is the child’s best interests. The family courts are permitted to consider all factors that are relevant to the child’s best interests.

Law Offices of Fogam & Associates LLC prides itself on handling even the most complex cases in personal injury, immigration, family law, civil litigation, estate planning, criminal law, and many other practice areas. For more information about child custody laws and other legal matters, contact us today.

National and International Perspectives

Immigration law is quite complex, as it involves many government agencies and requires the understanding of numerous federal rules and regulations. The Law Offices of Fogam & Associates, LLC is a full-service law firm focused on tailoring exceptional immigration and corporate solutions that meet the needs of our clients. With our national and international perspectives, we are able to solve even the most complex immigration problems for individuals, families, and businesses.

Personal Injury

The Law Offices of Fogam & Associates, LLC has over 15 years of experience in handling personal injury cases. Personal injuries may have long-lasting financial, emotional, and other consequences. You may be entitled to compensation for such injuries. If you were injured and you are thinking of how to handle your insurance claim or filing a lawsuit against someone who caused your injury, the Law Offices of Fogam & Associates can help you. It is not easy to take on large insurance companies and demand compensation for your injuries and other damages you have suffered. Unfortunately, some insurance companies are reluctant to make reasonable payments to deserving victims. We can help make sure that you get the payment you deserve. We would investigate your accident to determine who was at fault. We will then proceed to provide you with high-quality representation demanding the compensation you deserve. Depending on the accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, pain and sufferings, future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, future profit, and property damages. We will handle auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip, and fall.

Family Law

Issues of family law can be very personal and emotionally charged. At the Law Offices of Fogam & Associates, we appreciate the fact that family law cases can present very unique and sensitive challenges. We talk with our clients and involve other professionals if necessary. We demystify the complex legal requirements for our clients by explaining every aspect of their cases. When necessary, reasonable, and beneficial for our clients, we seek amicable resolutions and avoid lengthy and costly litigation.
The Law Offices of Fogam & Associates LLC has experience in all aspects of family law from the simple uncontested divorce to the complex contested divorce, custody and support issues. We have effectively dealt with and will represent you in divorce proceedings, child custody, child support, adoption, paternity, alimony, guardianship, parenting plans, modification of court orders, contempt matters, mediation, property division and settlement, and more.