Bowie, MD Child Custody Lawyer

Attorney Protecting Parental Rights and Children's Best Interests in Bowie Child Custody Cases

When you decide to separate or divorce as the parent of minor children, you will have to make plans for your children's future. Those plans need to preserve your parental rights while protecting your children's best interests. Realizing that your children will be splitting their time between you and your soon-to-be ex can be heartbreaking. If your split involves a lot of conflict, your emotions can get in the way of making the right decisions for your children. As you address these issues, you need a skilled family law attorney you can trust to offer exceptional guidance, unwavering support, and high-quality legal representation.

When you partner with Bloc One Services, LLC, we help you build a brighter future with Hope. We genuinely care about the struggles you are facing. Attorney Hope Blocton will always be available to address your concerns and answer your questions. Whether you are developing custody plans for the first time, are engaged in a fierce custody battle, or need to make modifications or enforce existing orders, we can handle your case effectively.

Different Types of Child Custody in Bowie, Maryland

As part of the separation process, parents are required to submit a parenting plan to the court. This plan should outline legal and physical custody arrangements, along with visitation schedules. It may also include stipulations regarding communications between co-parents, dispute resolution methods, and other guidelines that can help reduce conflicts.

If parents cannot agree on the terms, the court will intervene and make a ruling, focusing on what is in the children's best interests. It is usually better to use negotiations or mediation to find common ground rather than put your children's future in the hands of a judge who does not fully understand your situation. We will work with you to determine the best approach to resolving your disputes, and we will develop strategies tailored to your unique circumstances and goals.

Physical Child Custody

In most cases, children will be able to spend regular time with both parents. While one parent may have primary physical custody, the other will typically have visitation rights. Sometimes, physical custody is split more evenly. It is very important to consider your children's individual needs to provide them with stability as you develop your custody and visitation plans.

Hope Blocton will get to know you, your goals, important details about your children's needs, and any extenuating circumstances that could affect custody and visitation decisions. For example, your co-parent may be unfit or pose a danger to the children. You could be a biological father who needs to establish legal paternity to gain custody and visitation rights. Whatever your situation, we can help.

Legal Child Custody

Parents have the authority to make major decisions for their children, such as those involving education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. Although you and your ex may have made those decisions as a couple while you were together, you will need to determine whether both of you or only one of you will keep decision-making authority after you separate. In many cases, if both parents share this authority, one is given tie-breaker status. That means if you cannot agree, that parent gets to make the final decision.

Modifying or Enforcing Existing Child Custody Orders

When life happens, the court orders in place regarding your children can become outdated. You may need to modify your orders, or you may need help enforcing them. Some people choose to make informal modifications rather than going through the legal process. However, that path can lead to the possibility of being found in contempt of court for violating the terms of a court order. It is always best to seek the assistance of a skilled attorney and go through the proper channels to make modifications.

Contact Our Bowie, MD Child Custody Attorney

Bloc One Services, LLC can help with any child custody matter. We serve families in Washington D.C. and Maryland communities in Charles, Prince George's, and Montgomery Counties. Schedule your complimentary consultation today by calling us at 240-200-0076 or contacting us online.