Child Custody & Support Lawyer Serving Maryland & Prince George’s County

Custody and support disputes are among the most challenging issues a family can face. At Palumbo, Palumbo, & Lovelace, LLC, we provide clear, practical guidance for parents in Fort Washington, Prince George’s County, and surrounding Maryland communities. Our attorneys combine decades of family law experience with a child-focused approach that prioritizes stability, fairness, and long-term solutions.

Protecting your rights while keeping your child’s best interests front and center.

How Custody Works in Maryland

In Maryland, legal custody refers to who has authority over major decisions such as medical care, education, and religious upbringing. Physical custody refers to where the child lives and how parenting time is divided. Courts examine factors such as each parent’s ability to provide stability, the needs of the child, and, depending on the child’s age, the child’s preferences.

Custody arrangements can include:

  • Joint Legal Custody – Both parents share authority over major decisions.
  • Sole Legal Custody – One parent holds final decision-making authority.
  • Shared Physical Custody – Parenting time is divided between both parents (not always equally).
  • Primary Physical Custody – The child resides primarily with one parent, while the other has visitation.
  • We explain these options clearly and work with you to determine what arrangement best supports your family’s circumstances.
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Child Custody & Support Issues We Handle

We help with both new cases and post-divorce modifications.

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Legal & Physical Custody

We help determine where the child will live and who makes decisions about health, education, and more.


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Visitation & Parenting Time

Whether you're seeking a set schedule or flexible agreement, we advocate for practical plans that work.

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Child Support Orders

We ensure calculations reflect true income, healthcare, daycare costs, and Maryland’s child support guidelines.

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Modifications & Relocations

When life changes—job, income, remarriage—we help modify orders legally and fairly.

Understanding the legal language—and what it means for your family.

A Practical Approach to Support and Visitation

Child support in Maryland is determined using guidelines that account for income, healthcare, daycare, and custody schedules. However, no two families are alike. We ensure that support calculations reflect your true financial situation and remain fair. We also help parents establish visitation schedules that encourage meaningful relationships with their children.

We assist clients with:

  • First-time support calculations.
  • Addressing hidden, fluctuating, or disputed income.
  • Seeking or defending modifications.
  • Support issues for unmarried parents.
  • Father’s rights, including establishing paternity.

Fair outcomes, child-focused solutions.

How Palumbo, Palumbo, & Lovelace Can Help

We have worked with families throughout Southern Maryland for decades, and we never lose sight of what matters most: your child’s well-being. Whether you are preparing for a custody trial, modifying an existing order, or negotiating child support, we provide clear answers and an effective legal strategy.

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  • Skilled negotiation and courtroom representation.

  • Disputes about hidden or fluctuating income

  • Clear, consistent communication from start to finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who gets custody in Maryland?

    The court looks at the child’s best interests. There’s no automatic preference for mothers or fathers. Joint custody is common when both parents are involved.

  • Can custody or support orders be changed later?

    Yes. Orders may be modified if there has been a significant change in circumstances, such as relocation, income changes, or health concerns.

  • How is child support calculated?

    Maryland uses a formula based on both parents’ income, custody time, and expenses. We’ll help make sure it’s accurate.

  • Do I need a lawyer if the other parent and I agree?

    Even in amicable agreements, a lawyer ensures the arrangement is enforceable and protects your long-term rights.

Serving Families Across Prince George’s County

From Fort Washington to Upper Marlboro and throughout Southern Maryland, Palumbo, Palumbo, & Lovelace, LLC has helped parents secure custody and support solutions that work in real life—not just on paper. We bring compassion, clarity, and experienced advocacy to every case.

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