Can I open a child support case from years back ?

You can file a motion to modify child support (if incomes of either/both parties have changed), but the court can only go back to the date of...

There are no guidelines no matter the sex or if the parties were married. The court needs to determine what is in the child's best interest by...

Eviction of spouse

If you are not on the lease it is possible for her to do this. However, if you have minor children together, you may have options. It appears you...

child support figures are tied to the amount of over nights each parent has with the child(ren), as such if you are living under the same roof it...

Is this a violation of court order?

Have an attorney review the entire JAD and ask follow up questions to you so you can learn all your rights and options.

Can my ex get a modification with a outstanding arrears and he’s able to pay? Should this go to court before a judge?

You should go into your local child support enforcement agency office and seek assistance from them.

I would like to know if I have to follow a proposed order stating a start date of sept 2020 that was ordered by a magistrate

It is not a valid order until it is signed by a Judge. Either party has a right to file what is called exceptions (basically a mini appeal), but...

As of now a dog, in Maryland is legally considered property, and the court will need to determine who the dog is titled to (generally it is who...

How is custody counted if there is no child support?

The type of custody arrangement is determined by overnights. The terminology (sole, primary, shared, joint custody) is used to help the...

My daughter does not want to visit her father anymore?

She needs to continue to go until there is an agreement or court order stating otherwise. If you feel that there needs to be a change to the...