Am I allowed to be present when someone else serves a custody summons?

Sure. But it may make the situation even worse by antagonizing them. And, it's a bad idea to serve the other side in front of the children. ...

Should I lie on a child-support court document?

You must complete the Complaint truthfully and under oath. BOTH parents have a duty to financially support the child. What the custodial parent...

My daughter is 16 and I want to know if I could consent to her dating a 23 year old in Maryland?

I AGREE with my colleagues. When a child is sixteen he or she thinks they know what real love is but the laws are written to protect children. If...

It is unclear if you had sex with or forgave your husband AFTER you found out about the affair(s). If you did then that is probably a defense to...

Paid lawyer to assist me in getting child support, hasnt done anything?

1st -- please understand I am only reacting to what you wrote. I do not know the entire story but based on what you wrote, here its my...

Is there a free or low cost way to defend myself from my ex husband’s unfounded contempt petitions?. He is an attorney.

The YWCA staff can help you. Also the Circuit Court has a FREE Family Law Assistance Project 2-3 days per week in the courthouse. If he ever...

Are we legally married

I agree with these attorneys. You are married. It’s advisable to save photos and papers of the marriage for future good times and (hopefully not)...

CONTRACTS: In Maryland, is it true that my name can only be on an LLC if I am a working partner?

You should consult with an attorney — off of this site. Some firms, like ours, provide discounts for teachers. But as you confirmed already the...

IF ... IF the house is unsanitary CPS could see it as neglect. Why not just clean the house? It can only help.

Mom gave me a false address for 4 years. I just found out, is this criminal in Maryland.

No. It’s not criminal unless she certify her address to the Court under oath — but the ASA won’t prosecute that. Is she court ordered to pay...