How soon does the spouse paying support have to in a pende lite hearing? Is it the same day? What if he does not pay as ordered?

Whatever the Magistrate says is the simple answer. Typically orders will state effective the 1st or 15th of a month. You may also ask that any...

Can I use text messages as evidence in a custody modification case, also can these cases be expedited?

The Maryland rules of evidence govern admissibility of writings such as text messages. Almost any writing "can" be admitted, but hurdles such as...

If the Judge granted a request for "no contact," your Order should state that the Respondent may not contact you "in person, by telephone, in...

Once we are in Divorce court, would I be able to claim that I signed the agreement under duress? Any advice would be welcomed.

First, you need to understand that none of the attorneys who respond to your post are offering you legal advice. You have an attorney and thus,...

Can anything be done to reduce it? Or am I pretty much screwed?

What did your lawyer do when the scheduling conference turned into an "emergency hearing"? What you described is out of the ordinary to say the...

What does that mean? How can the issues be resolved at a scheduling conference?

I think you need to check your Notice. It appears that you have a status conference, not a Scheduling Conference. Considering that you have been...

Do you need to live apart in the state of Maryland for any period of time before filing for a divorce

It depends on the circumstances. If you have a fault ground, such as adultery, you may file even if you have not separated. Likewise, you may file...

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What steps do I need to take to start the proceedings in getting a divorce?

If you do not have any minor children together, you may obtain a "Divorce by Consent" if you and your Husband enter into a written agreement that...

What can I do to possibly avoid my soon to be ex-wife from being deposed or testifying at trial?

§ 9-105 of the Maryland Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article declares that a "spouse is not competent to disclose any confidential communication...

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Do I have to file eviction papers to have a girlfriend leave my house after a failed turbulent relationship?

Police will generally not get involved, so you should file a Complaint for Wrongful Detainer in the District Court of the county in which the...