Helping You Find a Solution That Works
At Bortmes Legal Services in Maryland, we strive to help clients resolve divorce disputes as amicably as possible so that issues do not arise in the future. The best interests of the child are our central focus. Ultimately, you need to find a workable solution to child custody, visitation and support so that both you and your children can move forward with life. We can assist you with:
- Legal and physical custody
- Visitation/access
- Child support
- Modifications
Upholding Your Child's Best Interests in Custody and Visitation
Determining child custody can be one of the most contentious and emotional legal issues a parent can face. The situation only becomes more stressful if you do not understand the law and your rights. When it comes to the relationship with your children, working with an experienced family law lawyer can help you achieve your goals.
As a client of our office, you will work one on one with our Chevy Chase and Bowie child custody attorneys in making your case to the mediator or judge. Custody cases are about all parties concerned: you, your ex-spouse or partner, and your child. These issues generally revolve around who has been caring for the child on a day-to-day basis, in addition to the type of care and responsibility the court looks for in a parent's role. The court will consider:
- Who makes important and everyday decisions for the child?
- Who attends child-focused activities, such as parent-teacher conferences?
- Who handles daycare and other needs?
Child Support in Maryland
In Maryland, the custodial parent is legally entitled to child support. In determining the amount, the court considers the various financial needs of the child, including past and current medical bills, day care, private schooling, health care insurance and any other special needs.
At Bortmes Legal Services, we can represent your interests in regard to all aspects of child custody determination and enforcement.
Modifications to Child Support or Custody
Child support decisions can be reviewed when either parent's income drastically increases or decreases. If you have recently lost your job, for instance, you may have a case for a modification of support.
Likewise, a child custody modification requires a substantial change in circumstances for the custodial parent or the parent with visitation rights. For instance, if a new job requires you to move out of state, we can help you request a modification to your existing custody or visitation orders.
Contact a Montgomery County Child Support Attorney
From advocating for primary custody to creating workable child visitation schedules to requesting child support modifications, our goal is to obtain results that are amicable and will benefit you and your family for years to come. Schedule a consultation by calling our Prince George's County or Montgomery County offices at 301-352-9333 or contact us online.