Category: Child Custody

Parental relocation is one of the most contentious issues in child custody cases. When one parent wishes to move to a different city, state, or even country, it can have significant implications for a current custody arrangement. Maryland law recognizes the importance of both parents in a child’s life. Therefore, Maryland courts place strict requirements…

At Shah & Kishore, we understand that parenting after divorce can be challenging, especially when one parent lives far away or has a demanding schedule. However, the rise of virtual visitation, particularly during the COVID lockdowns, offers a hopeful solution. It has become a means for parents and children to maintain a strong relationship when…

When a custodial parent wants to move far enough away from their co-parent that child visitation becomes difficult or impossible, what recourse does the non-moving parent have?  While parents may have personal agendas for moving or trying to keep another parent from relocating, the court ultimately bases its decision about a proposed move on the…

Parenting agreements can be complicated to set up, but it is required in Maryland child custody cases. Below are essential aspects of parenting agreements, including how military orders affect them. If you have questions, please speak to our Bethesda child custody lawyers for more information.   What Is A Parenting Agreement? A parenting plan or agreement…

If you are in a divorce and child custody dispute, it is essential to understand the laws that apply to your case. Learn about Maryland child custody laws in this article, and contact our Maryland child custody attorneys at Shah & Kishore if you have questions. Our attorneys can offer many child custody and visitation…

Parties involved in a Maryland child custody case must submit a parenting plan to the court. While a party to a child custody case is typically a parent, a party may be a de facto parent or another adult wishing to establish a parent-child relationship with a child. A child custody case may stem from…

In this day and age, pets are a very common presence within the family unit. Oftentimes, pets are seen as an extra member of the family, integral as anyone else in the household. So, when the family breaks apart, it’s only natural that people ask: “Who gets the dog?” The fights can be intense, driving…

Last month, a mother in Quebec was denied shared custody of her child due to her overabundant cannabis use. Superior Court Judge Jérôme Frappier ruled that the mother’s reliance on marijuana had outweighed her commitment to her child, putting said child in danger. As a result, custody of the child was given to the father….

When it comes to divorce and custody battles, many dads feel like they are at a disadvantage. There is a myth perpetuated that dads aren’t as critical to a child’s life as mothers are, leading many fathers to feel like they are being pushed out of their kid’s lives after a divorce.

Deciding on a child custody arrangement in any case is challenging enough, but it becomes increasingly complicated when that process involves the well-being of a child with special needs. Here are some factors to take into account when determining which parent should maintain custody of the child in question: