Pursuant to local rule 105.2a, a surreply is not permitted without leave of court mean

Don't worry about it. This happens all the time -- even from lawyers. The worst that could happen is that the Court strikes your Reply but the...

Can you get a marriage license have an warrant ?

If you are saying that you have an arrest warrant out against you, then the answer is that you may get a marriage license and even getting married...

Unless there is a court order, you have equal right to your daughter. However, you cannot physically remove her from your wife's care - again,...

If I am 16 and my boyfriend is 20 is that legal in Maryland ?

Maybe the larger point is that it is a bad sign if he thinks that dating is a bad idea for any reason. It's good practice not to do something if...

Child custody

I am not sure what the "status quo" was before you both started this divorce process but remember to focus on what is best for your daughter. Can...

Can I ask the judge for a drug test?

Yes you can file a Motion for Drug Testing AND you can ask the Magistrate for this at the Scheduling Conference. The court but almost always order...

I'm 15 years old and I want to stop visiting my mom because she has a bad effect on me but the courts don't listen to me

Your Dad needs to file to modify your custody and when you are 16 then under Maryland Law YOU can file this on your own behalf.

In Maryland, does the stepfather have to be present at the final hearing for the adoption?

If you do. It want to adopt the child then you should act quickly and file a formal withdrawal of consent or withdraw your petition with the Court...

What can I do if my child’s father keeps forcing me to sleep with him against my will?

If this is happening, then you should call the police. I anyone “forces” you to have sex or coercive you it may be rape. You can also call the...

Can I get advice ?

Definitely hire an experienced attorney in the State and County where the case is proceeding. If it costs a little more to get a good attorney...