Divorce in Maryland Modification of Agreements

The court in a divorce in Maryland may modify any provision of the deed, agreement, or settlement with respect to the care, custody, education, or support of any minor child of the spouses, the modification would be in the best interest of the child. This language is found in Maryland family law article 8–103 that modification of the, agreement, or settlement. It is important to recognize that the court has the authority to change your agreement relative to custody visitation and child support. Too often I've seen parties except last or waive rights they could otherwise assert in exchange for consideration on visitation schedules. Only to find subsequently the other party has requested that the court modify the visitation schedule. When this happens you could very well find yourself having waived a property interest in exchange for a visitation schedule which is subsequently changed. This situation can be controlled in a separation agreement however it is an issue you must be aware of. If you have questions regarding divorce in Maryland were a separation agreement in Maryland please feel free to give me a call. I will answer your questions over the phone at no cost to you. 1-888-760-7339