Civil Contempt Cases after Breona C.
Civil contempt cases and three requirements of civil contempt order.
Should you use MDEC when representing yourself?
As a self-represented litigant in Maryland, you have the option to e-file documents with Maryland's Electronic Filing System, MDEC in most jurisdictions. E-filing has its pros and cons. Unbundled Attorneys can assist when needed for legal assistance with your case.
What is Maryland Case Search?
Maryland Judiciary Casesearch is a website that provides public access to the case records of the Maryland Judiciary. Access to the records is governed by the Maryland Rules on Access to Court Records.
Apps Designed to Assist Parents with Communication
Apps and websites designed to assist parents with communication when co-parenting and not living in the same home. Two apps have been suggested by Maryland court.
Is there a typical divorce process in Maryland?
Whether contested or uncontested, there is a path forward to divorce when you are ready to file in Circuit Courts in Maryland. You can easily discuss your options with an attorney in a strategy session to go over your rights, and create a path for your divorce.
Zoom Hearings Begin in Family Cases in Baltimore City Circuit Court
Beginning March 3, 2021, Circuit Court for Baltimore City has rolled out Zoom hearings for family law cases and trials. Previously hearings were held by phone which proved difficult to present evidence, witness testimony, or then simply rescheduled for another date that the court believed they would reopen. Now the rollout has begun and Zoom trials may continue through early summer 2021.
What is the Joint Parenting Statement?
In Maryland for litigating parents that cannot reach a comprehensive parenting plan, a Joint Parenting Statement must be with the court prior to trial.
Don't know where your spouse is located, but still want to divorce?
You can still obtain a divorce when you do not have the address of your missing spouse. Contact an attorney that can assist you in locating your missing spouse and obtain a divorce.
Courts specific closure due to COVID-19 and the cases still being heard during closure
The Chief Judge for Maryland Court of Appeals issued a Second Administrative Order extending the closure of the courts to the general public through June 5, 2020, and allows certain emergency matters to be continued through the courts. Anne Arundel County has instituted remote hearing procedures for court operations to continue.
Maryland Court-ordered child visitation and exchange during Covid-19 pandemic
With the recent pandemic, parents are wondering what to do about the other parent's access to the child or children in light of the given circumstances. Many parents are now faced with a dilemma of whether to violate a court order and deny access to the other parent because the child is currently...
Affordable Representation: Unbundled Legal Services
When looking for more affordable representation options, you might stumble upon or consider unbundled legal services. Unbundled representation which is also known as limited scope services or discrete task representation may help you save hundreds or thousands of dollars on legal fees. The law of...