What must I do to prove 100% custody of my child in the state of Maryland if I was never married to the childs father?

Mr. Wood & Mr. Havens answers are very helpful. You must initiate a custody case in order to get a Custody Order. This will take several months...

How do i get a divorce?

You can move out and then file for divorce. The biggest problem in this scenario is that you've decided you want a divorce but she seems like she...

How do I get my husband to sign the lease stating that he does not live here?

If you have filed for divorce, then the Court has the power to order an "exclusive use and possession" award of the marital home. You must ask for...

Can her father be ordered to visit my child in the state I reside, the child is less than a year old.

The Judge will award physical custody based on the best interests of the child. In this case, it seems that the child is happy and healthy in your...

Agreeing to the other parent having Custody and signing away your "Parental Rights" are very different things. First, you cannot sign away your...

Do judge's ever over look felony convictions

Judges will consider the environment and household of the parents when determining how often and when the children spend time with the...

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Do i get a share in the house which my husband bought after we married. we are married for only one year.

Mr. Havens is correct that the house is marital property, regardless of how it is titled. You would be wise to check to see if your name in on the...

Trying to serve my ex husband he lives in PA and he will not sign for the certified mail. What is my next step? I am in MD

You can serve papers via certified mail restricted delivery to any adult resident of his household or you can pay the local sheriff's department to...

How difficult is it to prove change in circumstances in a Modif. of Child Custody & Visitation?

Mr. Havens is correct that the Court will consider your ex-husband's more recent behavior as a material change in circumstances IF his behavior is...

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Your statement mentions that the father has ignored everything in the court order. If this is so then can file a petition for contempt and be able...