Monthly Archives: May 2026
What to Expect at Your Maryland Family Court Mediation Session
If you are involved in a custody or family law dispute, the court may require you to attend mediation before your case moves forward. For many parents, this can feel intimidating. At Fanning Law in Maryland, William C. Fanning Jr. helps clients prepare for mediation so they walk in informed, confident, and focused on… Read More »
Ten Factors the Court Considers When Evaluating the Best Interests of Children in Maryland
When parents are involved in a custody dispute, the court’s primary focus is not on what is most convenient for either parent. The guiding principle is the best interests of the child. At Fanning Law in Maryland, William C. Fanning Jr. helps parents understand how judges evaluate custody cases and what factors can influence… Read More »
A Practical Guide to Calculating Child Support in Maryland
When parents separate or divorce, child support is often one of the most important and sometimes confusing issues to address. In Maryland, the court uses specific guidelines to determine support amounts, ensuring that children receive adequate financial care while balancing the parents’ responsibilities. At Fanning Law in Maryland, William C. Fanning Jr. helps clients… Read More »
When Enough is Enough: How Maryland’s Protective Order Process Works
Feeling unsafe in your own home or in your daily life is something no one should have to endure. Whether the threat is coming from a spouse, a partner, a family member, or someone you once trusted, Maryland law provides a legal mechanism designed to put distance between you and the person causing you… Read More »
Your Marriage Ended But Your Child’s Future Did Not: How to Split College Expenses After a Divorce in Maryland
Few conversations in a post-divorce co-parenting relationship carry more financial weight than the one about college. Tuition, room and board, textbooks, fees, and living expenses can add up to a staggering amount, and when two parents who are no longer together have to figure out how to divide those costs, things can get complicated… Read More »