Do we have to get a legal separation before we get a legal divorce?

There is no "legal separation" in Maryland. Depending on what allegations there are for grounds of divorce and/or if there is a written agreement...

Can I visit my child at school without having custody?

It depends on what the order states (or doesn't state) that will determine a parent's ability to go to the school. If there is no order in...

What does a Notice of Striking the General Line of Appearance & Entry of Limited Appearance mean?

It means her attorney is only representing her in a limited role.

Can I file for Contempt with only having a verbal agreement with the Magistrate at a scheduling conference ?

Unless the agreement is written somewhere in the schedule order, then you cannot file for contempt.

Do I get to see a judge after filling for a default for custody?

Yes a default hearing means you need to present evidence and testimony to a judge at said hearing.

What is the legal age where a child can have a say so in where to physically live ?

There is no specific age that the court uses when deciding whether or not they will hear from a child. Generally they consider hearing from...

My son recently became a father in Oct 2019. The mother moved. How can he see his daughter, with no address?

He will need to hire a process server to find her and get served. File a complaint for custody in the county he lives in and use the last know...

Passport withhold

file a petition for contempt and/or motion to modify legal custody to force him to comply.

Am I required to sell marital home outside of divorce filing?

I agree with counsel. There are ways he can try to force the sale without a divorce decree depending on much more needed facts

Unless you have a signed agreement that resolves all issues between the two of you, then yes, the court will not grant you a divorce.