Other parent has full legal and physical custody. Do I have any rights over child at all?

Despite the other parent having full legal and physical custody, you always have the right to obtain copies of medical and school records. However,...

Do I need to file custody

Yes, you should file for custody and child support in Maryland as soon as possible. Without a court order stating otherwise, he has every right to...

Do I need a family lawyer?

It would be best to pursue both the custody and child support together in Maryland. Asking for custody does not in any way take away the father's...

Based on the facts that you stated, it appears that you have a good chance of having the physical custodial arrangement. At the age of thirteen,...

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My wife wants to put 1/2 the custody of our child in her mom's name if something happens to her during delivery. Is this legal?

While it is legal to designate her mother as the guardian, it is not likely to be upheld if you alive at the time of her death and are a fit parent...

What happens if I've filed for divorce and the other party refuses to sign the papers. I'm a MD resident and she's not

If your spouse was properly served, she has 60 days to file an Answer with the court since she lives out of state. If she doesn't respond within...

I live in Maryland and got divorced a few years ago. I have primary physical custody and joint legal custody.

If there has not been a modification, then your ex is in breach of the agreement (possibly a Court Order) and therefore may owe you arrears for the...

Surrender custody and visitation

Yes. You can all enter into a Consent Order or Custody Agreement that outlines who is going to take care of your child(ren) while you are getting...

Can a mother getting separated and eventually divorced in MD move in with a male friend without repercussions to child custody?

Mother should consult an attorney about the timing of the move in connection with filing of the necessary documents in court. The court must look...

I have been kicked out of my house and have had a tro filed against me I know I need an attorney quickly as court date is march

You are correct that it is very important to be represented by a competant attorney when facing a Temporary or Final Protective Order. You should...