You should direct this to a Missouri attorney.

I agree with counsel. You could file for a limited divorce and come back for the absolute divorce, once twelve months had passed.

This is up to the State's Attorney and the Judge. You should always comply with court orders

You are going through the correct process. You should file your own peace order and contact the states attorney if they violate said peace order....

How do I protect premarital property?

You should do both. A lot of attorneys practice in both areas. In should not be hard to find someone who can help you with both.

Do I use "The" when naming a school board as defendant in federal court?

It won't make a difference. You can take "the" off.

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I would like to get custody of my great niece how do I go about it ?

I agree with counsel. You can have an attorney assist you with the process. It does get complicated.

I originally filed a notice of self-representation in MD, & now hired a lawyer. Am I precluded from submitting anything myself?

Yes you are. If you want you can remove him as your attorney and then file your request. Your request should be filed in the form of a motion and...

Possibility of ex going to jail and helping me gain full custody

Those issues will be considered at the modification hearing. You should make sure you have all of the proper documentation and evidence to show...

Going for a child support modification in Maryland and want to know if I can put down my husbands income as what I bring home?

Your income is your income and that is what you should use. Your husband's income is his income, not yours.