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I filed a peace order in MD, I live in Maryland but the respondent lives in a homeless shelter in DC.How do I get him served?
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Answered on June 18, 2018
I agree with counsel that, if the sheriff or police are giving you the run-around, then you should contact a private process server to deliver the...
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What rights I have to my grandson?
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Answered on June 18, 2018
You might be able to get custody if the court finds that your relationship to the child is so close that it is akin to being a parent. ...
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What can i do if my babies mom takes my child out of state without written permission?
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Answered on June 18, 2018
There is nothing necessarily significant about a state line. In this area of the country, you may cross 3 or 4 state lines in one day's drive,...
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Are there any reputable firms or services in MD that can review a 6 page marital settlement agreement for a fair price?
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Answered on June 18, 2018
Many attorneys would be happy to review your document and give you their thoughts. Most would charge you at their hourly rate, but a quick review...
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Divorce and claims?
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Answered on June 15, 2018
Yes. You are married until you are divorced. Because you are married to him, any property that you acquire during the marriage is marital...
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Can child support increase if the recipient voluntarily reduces work hours?
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Answered on June 15, 2018
The court can impute income to her if it finds that she voluntarily impoverished herself. Voluntarily reducing one's hours without justification...
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How much does a paternity(court ordered)cost in Maryland?
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Answered on June 15, 2018
Assuming that the state does not pay for it, I believe that the cost for a court-ordered paternity test is somewhere in the ballpark of $600.
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Do I have to wait a full year to file for divorce?
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Answered on June 15, 2018
The answer is probably no. You may have fault grounds for absolute divorce on which you can rely to file for divorce immediately. At the very...
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Can a unmarried father of newborn solely breastfed be given sole or joint physical custody?
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Answered on June 15, 2018
The law does not state a preference for a mother, even one who is breastfeeding. But the court is charged with determining what is in the best...
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I left my husband, then bought a house is this a problem
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Answered on June 14, 2018
It likely is not a problem, but it definitely is a complication. Any equity that builds up in the house between the date of purchase and the date...