Is there a legal requirement in the State of Maryland to be a Step-Parent?

By definition a step-parent is someone married to the biologial parent that isn't the other biological parent. I think you need to give more...

You should consult with an attorney licensed in North Carolina about this matter.

Can the father deny the mother her vacation with the child?

I agree with counsel. With Mom having primary custody, she can take the child away for a vacation at any time when it doesn't interfere with Dad's...

What are the steps to take to modify child support?

My first question is whether these points were made at the hearing on this matter. The Court isn't bound to believe the more recent pay stubs...

How can I get my child support payment reduce ?

First, you need to make sure you make your Court dates, otherwise testimony goes in unrebutted. One of the problems I see with the facts you...

Do i have to appear in child support court if the name birthday and race isn't correct?

I agree with counsel, this sounds like an affidavit of service, rather than a summons. This document is where the person who served you the...

The baby is now 18 months old. I, the mother have primary custody... father wants shared custody.. how can I prevent this?

Relocation cases almost always favor the party remaining in the state, regardless of the reasons for relocation. Factually, it sounds like you may...

Can you build a winnable case for me to get shared custody? How do I get over the material change in circumstance question?

It's difficult to modify an order that was issued so recently. The analysis of what is a material change in circumstances is factually intensive,...

My spouse hired a mediator and they are trying to have me sign forms stating that I will release him of his child support order.

SInce it is a mediator, they can't force you to agree to anything. If you don't think the proposal is fair, you should reject it.

What should my fiance do? Is there a way he can get her to sign the papers without it costing an arm and a leg?

She doesn't need to sign papers. He can proceed wtih a divorce based on their separation and the Court will resolve all issues, including custody...