If the marriage was valid in the country where it was performed, then it is valid here in the United States.

Can I stop answering accusatory and derrogatory e-mails from my ex?

You are apparently dealing with a LIAR, and when you must have dealings with a liar on a regular basis who has some control over your children, you...

Custody/visitation in contested divorce

Maryland courts usually enforce written agreements between parties which resolve their legal issues. Apparently, you have made a really big...

Can I remove the kids from the home because spouse won't leave?

Your spouse can claim you deserted him, but hey, this is how most divorces get started anyway. Someone has to start the process by leaving. ...

Apparently your fiance went to court and verbally told the court that he was the father, and if that is what happened, then the court would likely...

Jurisdiction in divorce

She served you and you filed an Answer, which confers upon the Maryland court jurisdiction over you in this case. When you have motions and legal...

Can i get custody?

I note in the facts of your case various reasons why the mother has custody, but if you are to take full custody, you will have to articulate...

Ultimately, every question regarding custody and parenting time revolves around the following question: Is this in the best interest of the...

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 you properly serve the Summons and other legal papers upon her, then you do not need her to sign anything. If she does not file an Answer, then...

In the state of MD if you have been married for 5 years are you able to get half of your spouses finances or property?

Any home loan principal paid during marriage would be considered marital property, but the equity in the home prior to marriage would not be...