Emergency hearing

Unfortunately it is not enough for an emergency hearing, but you can file a Petition for Contempt and prehaps even a Motion to Modify Custody. You...

Single mother of 3 teenagers, separated 2 years after 25+ year marriage. No money for an attorney, help. What am I entitled to?

You will be surprised that you may actually be able to afford an attorney. You should at least have a consultant with an attorney who can obtain...

My daughters' 'father' signed over his rights twice(with a notary present), now he wants visitation. Is this possible?

the only way that a parent can "sign over" his or her "rights" as a parent is because a court action was filed against him by a state agency...

Custody

If you have already filed for child support then as part of your request daycare costs will be considered.

Does the state of MD require court order paternity establishment before parenting time is awarded?

Unless the child is less then 30 days old, the parent who is contesting that the father named on the birth certificate is not the father must show...

I agree with the other attorneys. Search for a family law attorney in the county that you and/or the child resides in.

How can I change my daughter's last name to mine without her absent father's consent?

You would have to file a name change with the circuit court in the county that your child resides in, providing an explanation why it is in the...

I heard that MD will introduce a no-wait time uncontested divorce process in Oct. What's the residency requirements in this case

you have to be a resident for 6 months, you must have no minor children, and there must be a written agreement resolving all issues related to your...

What are my chances in regaining my children back ?

Are the children living in NJ and have been there for over 6 months you should consult with a NJ attorney as NJ likely has jurisdiction over the...

If I file for divorce later can my husband claim a house I buy?

Yes, it is possible for him to obtain an interest in any asset that you obtain (with exceptions for assets you obtain via gift, inheritance, or the...