Glen Burnie Family Lawyer

Family law touches every part of life—from your relationship with your children to your financial stability and even where you call home. When these matters become legal issues, the outcomes can have lasting consequences. At Fanning Law, we understand the stakes. We are here to provide thoughtful, strategic guidance to help individuals and families in Glen Burnie resolve family law disputes with confidence and clarity.

With over 30 years of legal experience, Glen Burnie family law attorney William C. Fanning, Jr. represents clients in the full spectrum of family law matters. Whether you are filing for divorce, negotiating custody arrangements, or seeking protection from domestic violence, we offer the focused attention and trusted counsel you need during difficult times.

Glen Burnie’s location at the heart of Anne Arundel County makes it a vibrant and diverse community. But local families here—whether long-time residents, young professionals, or military families stationed nearby—face the same kinds of serious family law challenges found across Maryland. We tailor our services to meet your unique needs, drawing on decades of local knowledge, legal insight and a commitment to personal service.

Comprehensive Family Law Services in Glen Burnie

Every family law matter involves its own set of complex emotional and legal challenges. At Fanning Law, we take the time to understand your situation and help you identify your goals from the outset. Then we create a legal strategy designed to achieve those goals as efficiently and effectively as possible. Our Glen Burnie family law practice includes representation in matters such as:

Divorce

Whether your divorce is uncontested or involves difficult issues like child custody, alimony, or complex asset division, we are prepared to protect your rights and advocate for a fair outcome. We assist with both mutual consent divorces and contested divorces based on grounds such as separation.

Child Custody and Visitation

We help parents develop parenting plans that serve the best interests of their children while respecting each parent’s role. If custody disputes arise, we offer strong, child-focused advocacy in court.

Child Support

Maryland follows specific guidelines for calculating child support, but there is room to advocate for adjustments when circumstances warrant. We help ensure full and fair financial disclosures and advocate for support that reflects your child’s true needs.

Spousal Support (Alimony)

We represent clients in seeking, opposing, and modifying spousal support awards, including temporary (pendente lite), rehabilitative, and indefinite alimony. Whether you’re concerned about making ends meet or being overburdened, we help present a fair case to the court.

Property Distribution

Dividing marital property is rarely straightforward. We guide clients through the process of equitable distribution, helping to identify, value, and divide assets and debts in a way that protects their financial future.

Separation Agreements

Many couples find it helpful to enter into a formal separation agreement to address custody, support, and property issues while living apart. These agreements can serve as a foundation for an eventual divorce or as a stand-alone arrangement.

Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

For couples entering marriage or already married, these agreements offer a way to clarify financial expectations and avoid future conflict. We ensure that these contracts are thorough, enforceable, and tailored to your needs.

Paternity and Parental Rights

We assist mothers and alleged fathers with paternity actions to establish legal parentage, child support obligations, and parental rights or visitation. Legal clarity benefits both parents and children in the long run.

Guardianship

If you are stepping in to care for a child or incapacitated adult, we can help you petition for guardianship and fulfill your legal responsibilities. We also represent parents or other interested parties in contested proceedings.

Adoption

We handle stepparent adoptions, adult adoptions, and independent adoptions with sensitivity and care. Our goal is to make the legal process as smooth as possible during what should always be a joyful transition.

Domestic Violence and Protective Orders

If you are seeking protection from abuse—or have been wrongly accused—we can represent you in protective order proceedings with discretion and urgency. Your safety and rights come first.

Modifications and Enforcement

Court orders don’t always age well. We assist with post-judgment modifications to custody, support, or visitation when circumstances change. If an existing order is not being followed, we can seek enforcement on your behalf.

How We Work With Families in Glen Burnie

Our approach to family law is grounded in communication, preparation, and trust. We start by listening. Every family is different, and we want to understand what matters most to you. Whether your case calls for tough courtroom litigation or careful negotiation, we give you the knowledge and tools to make smart, informed decisions.

We also understand that many clients come to us during periods of crisis. You may be overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of your legal rights. That’s why we take the time to explain each step of the process, keep you informed of developments, and remain accessible throughout your case.

Attorney Fanning combines legal knowledge with practical insight. He knows the local courts, the preferences of area judges, and the kinds of solutions that tend to work best in Glen Burnie and Anne Arundel County courts.

Frequently Asked Family Law Questions in Glen Burnie

Do I need a lawyer to get divorced if we agree on everything?

Even in an uncontested divorce, a lawyer can help ensure your agreement is complete, enforceable, and legally sound. Mistakes in a divorce agreement—especially regarding property or custody—can lead to problems later.

What’s the difference between legal custody and physical custody?

Legal custody refers to the right to make major decisions about a child’s upbringing. Physical custody refers to where the child lives and how time is divided. Maryland courts can award joint or sole custody in either category.

Can court orders be changed after divorce?

Yes. Custody, support, and even alimony orders can be modified if there is a substantial change in circumstances. We assist with both seeking and opposing modifications as needed.

Helping Glen Burnie Families Through Life’s Legal Challenges

At Fanning Law, we believe in providing skilled, compassionate legal representation rooted in local experience. Families in Glen Burnie turn to us for guidance, advocacy, and results. Whether you are just starting the process or facing an unexpected issue years after a divorce, we are ready to help.

Contact Fanning Law today to schedule a confidential consultation. Let us be your trusted advocate in Glen Burnie family law matters.