What are legal rights for overnight visitation with a 11 month old where mother has been sole primary caretaker in Maryland?

There really isn't an easy answer to this question. Eventually, the Court will issue an order for access and that will resolve whether overnights...

If you have a default hearing and the other party does not appear, then you are likely to get the relief you are seeking, in this case custody,...

What exactly has to be proven for contempt hearing?

You need to show that she is willfully failing to folow the requirements of the Order.

I would probably be easiest to file in the state where your ex-spouse resides. He or she is under the jurisdiction of that Court as a reseident...

What does the most recent Court Order say? The specific language is important. If it says meet halfway and there's no specifics about where you...

What would you expect a Circuit Court to do at a Merits Hearing when the non-custodial parent collected child support?

It's strange the matter hasn't progressed. You should contact the clerk's office and see what can be done.

What is the best next step for my husband?

File a Petition for Contempt. Take reasonable means to locate her, whether that means asking friends and family or hiring a private detective, it...

I agree with counsel, you need advice from the jurisdiction where the case is moving forward.

What further action should/can I take past speaking with the principal.

This isn't a question about guardianship. Based on the facts, it's not clear what you think is happening and what you may need to do from a legal...

Can an ex wife get alimony from my new wife should I become disable and can't work????

I would need to see the terms of the Judgment of Absolute Divorce and any separation agreement to truly opine. Child support can be reduced when...