Child Support and Custody

Maryland Child Support and Custody Attorney

In our thirty plus years of experience representing people in the Maryland area with their family law and divorce matters the biggest concerns most couples usually have are related to the children. Who will get the children? How much support will I receive or have to pay? How often will I be able to see my kids? These questions are often the biggest areas of discontent for a divorcing couple. At the Law Office of Thomas F. Ellis, III, P.A. we have been helping families in the Maryland, area with their child support and custody issues since 1974.

Contact our office by phone at 410-280-5603 or e-mail to arrange for your free initial consultation with a lawyer.  Indoor parking available.

Child Custody and Support Procedures

Child custody is usually determined based upon the best interests of the children. Couples can try to reach an agreement amicably without having the court decide for them but if this is not possible, the court will decide. Usually the person who has stayed at home with the children will receive custody. Having our attorney with you at the child custody hearing is important as he can ask questions that are important in helping the court determine custody.

Child support is based upon guidelines. The income of both the custodial and non-custodial parent is used to determine the amount that is to be paid. Other factors include spousal support, insurance costs, childcare expenses, and the length of actual custody for the custodial parent. Child support usually continues until the child turns 18. Modifications to support can be made if circumstances such as employment, income, or custody have changed. We assist clients with all child support matters including enforcement and modifications.

For more about child support issues read our attorney Tom Ellis's article.

Serious Help For Serious Problems

If you are going through a divorce and have a child custody or support question you need answered, please contact our office by phone at 410-280-5603 or e-mail to arrange for your free initial consultation.