Rockville Child Custody Attorney

Practical Legal Help in Montgomery County, MD

Child custody cases are among the most emotionally challenging issues parents can face. The uncertainty surrounding the outcome and the potential impact on your child’s future and your relationship can create significant stress and anxiety. 

Child custody can arise during divorce, long after it has been finalized, or between unmarried parents. Parents and the court must consider many factors when seeking a resolution, regardless of the timing. Navigating this matter can be difficult, especially when emotions run high in contested cases. 

At Bortmes Legal Services, LLC, we provide comprehensive and empathetic child custody legal support to help you reach the best possible result. The primary concern of Maryland family courts is the child's best interests. We work to achieve that while also protecting your parental rights. 

Consult our Rockville child custody lawyer at Bortmes Legal Services, LLC. Call (681) 540-0649 or submit our online contact form today. 

Understanding Child Custody in Maryland

Maryland child custody law is designed to ensure the child's welfare while balancing parental responsibilities. 

The types of custody include the following.

• Legal: This involves the right to make major decisions about the child’s life, such as education, healthcare, religion, and general welfare. Legal custody can be sole or joint, depending on the parents' ability to cooperate.
• Physical: This pertains to where the child resides and the day-to-day care they receive. Physical custody can also be sole or shared, with the child primarily living with one parent or splitting their time between both.

Sole custody typically occurs when circumstances deem one parent better suited to act in the child’s best interests. Courts generally encourage joint arrangements when both parties can effectively co-parent. Custody arrangements can be tailored to fit your family's dynamics.