Emancipation generally means to free from restraint, control, or the power of another. In the context of family law, emancipation means to free a minor child from parental control. In Maryland, a child reaches the age of majority upon turning eighteen. At that time,...
Everyone knows that good communication is a MUST if you want to successfully co-parent with your ex after a breakup or divorce. But all too often, a couple’s inability to communicate is one of the reasons for the breakdown of a relationship. I often counsel my clients...
By: Amanda Vann, Esq. 301-563-6685 avann@a-f.net The holidays are a stressful time, but for parents who do not always get along, figuring out a schedule between the two of you for your children can bring on additional stress. If you already have a custody agreement or...
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a visa status available for certain undocumented immigrant children in the U.S. who are unable to reunify with one or both of their parents for reasons of abuse, neglect, or abandonment and who meet certain other criteria....
Why It’s Beneficial to Request a Judgment from the Onset When Seeking Monetary Relief By: Mary Ellen Flynn, Esq. 301-563-6685 Email: meflynn@a-f.net Time and time again, I hear that people expect to be paid when they receive an order from the Court....
Are you concerned about providing support for an adult child? The child support attorneys at Andalman & Flynn can assist you with understanding your rights and obligations as well as the rights and obligations of the other parent regarding the support of a...
