How long do I have to be a resident of MD before filing for divorce?

Yes. Adultery is both a misdemeanor and an immediate ground for divorce in Maryland and no separation period is required prior to filing. Proving...

If the judge has seen a child as out of control in a previous case against mom, can the 15 year old child still choose custody?

The age at which a Maryland child may bring a custody petition on his or her own behalf is 16, not 15. Obviously, the case you're describing has a...

You're married until you're divorced so, technically speaking, entering into a dating relationship could lead to adulterous conduct, but many...

The previous answers offered good advice but there a couple of other actions you can take to enforce the Judgment. First, if you know where your...

My husband & his ex-wife have joint legal and physical custody of their child, can I gain sole custody of the child without him?

You stated that your husband was arrested. If he is charged, convicted, sentenced and unable to continue as a joint custodian, his former spouse...

Do grand parents have rights?

The facts you provided are incomplete so it's not possible to provide a specific answer. Generally speaking, in Maryland, there is no presumption...

Finding the right attorney to handle your divorce can make a huge difference in the outcome of your case. Many people who rely merely on...

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How serious does the Court take Motions for Contempt of a parents Legal Custody rights?

The Court will consider a contempt motion seriously but her motion is already pending and you need to respond. You should consider whether her...

Do I need two different lawyers for a divorce and child custody?

The issues of custody and child support will be addressed as part of your divorce case. You need only one attorney but he or she should be an...

In Divorce it’s not fair to pay 30% taxes and spouse pays only 6% taxes?

Your wife has an attorney who knows the law. Do you? If not, you should at least consult an experienced family law attorney so that you have a...