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Maryland Adopts New Statutory Factors to Determine Child Custody

On May 15, 2025, Governor Wes Moore approved House Bill 1191, which is set to go into effect on October 1, 2025. The Bill is significant because, for the first time, the Maryland State Legislature has adopted its own list of factors that Maryland jud… Read More
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How Can Mediation Help You Resolve Child Custody Matters?

Child custody mediation can be an effective tool to help parents resolve disputes concerning custody matters and parenting time. Unlike the adversarial process of litigation, mediation promotes amicability between co-parents and tailored solutions th… Read More
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Child Abduction and Child Relocation Laws in Maryland

If you are the custodial parent, you may be wondering whether you are permitted to relocate out of the state with your child. Whether the move is in connection with a new job, to be closer to family, or another reason, it’s essential to understand… Read More
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Can a Child Custody Arrangement Be Impacted by a Parent Getting Sick?

A serious illness can be devastating, especially if it is debilitating and lasts for a significant amount of time. Not only might you be required to take time from work as you recover — but being sick can make it very difficult to care for your chi… Read More
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How to Get an Ex-Spouse Off a Mortgage

Your Judgment of Absolute Divorce may award you the marital home or other real property, but that doesn’t mean the work of separating your finances is over. Understanding how to get an ex-spouse off a mortgage – and the steps to take to execute a… Read More
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Attorney Appointed for Children in Custody Cases

When conflict is high in a divorce or custody case, sometimes a child’s voice, and even their best interest, can get lost in the debate between parents. In cases of family violence or abuse, or when a child’s special needs require special attenti… Read More
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Step-Parent, Grandparent and New Partner’s Role in Custody Cases

Custody cases generally center on disputes between a child’s primary parents – mothers and fathers. In custody disputes, the involvement of third parties can change the dynamic and often make things more complicated. Step-parents, grandparent… Read More
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5 Strategies to Improve Co-Parenting Communication

After a divorce or break-up it can be hard to talk to your ex-spouse or partner. However, your children are depending on you both to work together for their best interests. At the Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, we offer some strategies and co-parent… Read More
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How Do You Handle Vaccine -- and Other Health Decisions -- as a Divorced Couple?

Over the past year, there has been a strong push to develop, approve, and distribute the COVID-19 vaccine nationwide. But there are many who are opposed to it for religious, philosophical, or political reasons. Now that the vaccine has been approved… Read More
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Categories: Custody, Divorce
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Making Your Holiday Visitation Schedule

Halloween marks the beginning of the extended holiday season. What you do now in making your holiday visitation schedule will shape your children’s holiday experience today, and memories for years to come. Here’s how to make a child’s holiday v… Read More
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