It's easy to claim a fault ground, what you care about is whether he can prove it. It's highly unlikely he would successfully claim abandonment if...

If an attorney has requested financial information from me, do I have to provide it?

Is there a discovery order? There is limited discovery in JDR courts, but they can, and sometimes do, issue discovery orders. Typically, local...

I just found out today that I have a bench warrent out for missing a court date I didn't know I had

Yes, they can arrest you. I suggest that you turn yourself in at the relevant courthouse first thing in the morning during a date that court hears...

Can I get my fines forgiven?

You likely cannot have the fines forgiven. However, you should try to get on a payment plan with the clerk's office(s). That would get you on your...

Do I have the chance of winning if I filed charges first for assault and battery? He counter charged and got me arrested.

I agree with the previous two answers. I will add that, if you were the first to report the charge, you can argue that the other party filed the...

Child custody appeal trial together with divorce at the same trial

It's hard to answer that question without more specifics, such as the date on which the trial(s) were set, and what kind of input you had in...

In state of Virginia do I need to file anything to separate from spouse and young child.

You do not have to file anything to become separated, as separation is not a legal status in Virginia (this is a distinct concept from living...

What is the quickest way to change venue to another county in MD or to another state for a civil/family law case?

I can't answer the Maryland venue portion of the question because I'm not licensed to practice in MD. Regarding moving venue to VA, if the child...

Can I file for child support after my divorce is final?

Assuming you have shared or primary custody of a minor child- yes. A party can never waive child support.

Spouse filed for divorce and I wasn't served and we had spousal support hearing 6/3/14 and my spouse was denied.

I agree with the previous answer. The entry you describe usually means a decree was entered. Look at the court file and see what it says. Depending...