Divorce Questions and Answers
In January my son’s father took me back to court trying to obtain 50/50 custody and a modification of child support. I feel he only wanted 50/50 custody in order to decrease his child support. In the end, he did not get what he wanted. He is now attempting to re-file....
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I am currently going through mediation for divorce in Maryland. Our trial dates are set for February 2019. My wife is currently on my health insurance. Do I have to sign my wife up for insurance for 2019 if she has it available to her through her employment? ANSWER...
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My paperwork was finalized last month. The defendant had to be served by county sheriff’s department and I’m not sure if they have been served yet. It’s been nearly one month. ANSWER The defendant has 30 days after he is served if he lives in Maryland and 60 days if...
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My child’s mother and I are both listed on our daughter’s birth certificate. She wants me to have full custody. Since we agree do we still need to go to Court? ANSWER Yes, you need a court order for custody. Without a court order you will not have the rights you want....
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My wife has a 5-year-old son from a previous relationship. The child had been living with my wife’s parents prior to us getting married. The closest thing he ever had to a male role model prior to me was my wife’s grandfather. They developed a bond. The child now...
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My ex and I have been separated and divorced for 3 years now. We decided to do 50/50 custody of the kids. Then times got hard for me. I have a good job but it’s not enough to pay all my bills. My ex won’t watch the kids so I can work a part-time job to pay rent and...