Divorce Attorney Recommendation
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Go to the courthouse, pick up the papers, fill them out, send a copy to your spouse with proof of receipt, they send a letter to the court saying they received them, you will be notified of a court date.
Total cost: $130 or something like that.
I've been using-
Samuel C. P. Baldwin, Jr., Esq.
Managing Partner
BALDWIN & BRISCOE, P.C.
22335 Exploration Drive, Suite 2030
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Ph. 301-862-4400
Cell 240-925-1767
Fax 301-862-3009
Southern Maryland Law Firm | St. Mary's County Attorneys | Baldwin & Briscoe
He don't play around but he's expensive @ $275 per hr
Samuel C. P. Baldwin, Jr., Esq.
Managing Partner
BALDWIN & BRISCOE, P.C.
22335 Exploration Drive, Suite 2030
Lexington Park, MD 20653
Ph. 301-862-4400
Cell 240-925-1767
Fax 301-862-3009
Southern Maryland Law Firm | St. Mary's County Attorneys | Baldwin & Briscoe
He don't play around but he's expensive @ $275 per hr
This is the place you come to ask questions this critical in nature?
Are you nuts?
Go to the courthouse...get the information you need regarding paperwork filings. Talk to actual human beings who provide the services you need for a living.
luvmygdaughters
Well-Known Member
No, are you nuts?
They were asking for the name of a divorce lawyer. They werent asking instructions on how to obtain a divorce. You must really be a very unhappy person.
Call pretty much any divorce lawyer and tell them you want to do an uncontested pro se divorce. Ask them how much they will charge for a consultation. Don't let them talk you into some big deal - divorce really can be easy and uncomplicated, and it's better if you can keep it that way.
My understanding is that your separation/divorce agreement can simply be a paper you've typed up outlining who gets what and specifying that you've been living apart with no hanky panky for at least a year. Then you both sign it and have it notarized. But ask that in your consultation.
Shut up and go away. Don't you have puppies to kick or something?
PS, dumbass, the court clerk will not and can not give you any advice regarding divorce. They can point you to the rack where the forms are located, accept your filing, and that's about it. Larry and I just did this about a year ago so I'm pretty familiar with the process.
I found this site useful.
Maryland Divorce Requirements
I recall seeing something in the news a while back that the required separation period was going to be reduced. Have not seen anything about it recently though..
Maryland Divorce Requirements
I recall seeing something in the news a while back that the required separation period was going to be reduced. Have not seen anything about it recently though..
The ex and I did our divorce ourselves. It was pretty easy. The only caveat I would add is if there are retirement plans involved. If so, you may also need to file a QDRO with the court. They can be expensive.
Qualified domestic relations order - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qualified domestic relations order - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
I just did this last month. It is easy and cheap. You should draft up a separation agreement that details all of the agreed upon terms (retirement, house, etc) then both of you sign it and get it notarized. Then print out the forms from the website. Fill them out and file. It costs $135 then you will need to pay to have the papers served or sent certified mail. Once he files an answer and you show proof that he was served they will give you a court date. You have to show up with a witness the day of court. He doesn't have to attend as long as it is not contested and you have been separated for a year.
Then go out an celebrate!!!
Then go out an celebrate!!!
ArkRescue
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YUP - I did my own not long ago - easy peasy .....
ArkRescue
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Considering you are saying "very unique" - maybe you better talk to a lawyer and not do it yourself like I did.
I think having an amicable divorce is unique. I didn't realize how unique until Larry and I sat in the courtroom watching everyone else.
ShyGirl
Active Member
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I think the time requirement for separation changed in October 2011 (Maryland Senate 2011 Bill 139).
I filled out the divorce papers myself, but before I filed them at the courthouse, I took them to a lawyer to make sure that my interests were protected, and had a few questions addressed about the division of property and filing taxes.
You may also want to do a search of the IRS website for divorce considerations. (Publication 504 to start with).
If you need to contact companies to start/stop utilities, I found that a LOT of companies will waive the transfer fee if it is a change due to a divorce. I saved a few hundred dollars.
I think the time requirement for separation changed in October 2011 (Maryland Senate 2011 Bill 139).
I filled out the divorce papers myself, but before I filed them at the courthouse, I took them to a lawyer to make sure that my interests were protected, and had a few questions addressed about the division of property and filing taxes.
You may also want to do a search of the IRS website for divorce considerations. (Publication 504 to start with).
If you need to contact companies to start/stop utilities, I found that a LOT of companies will waive the transfer fee if it is a change due to a divorce. I saved a few hundred dollars.
Im_Me
Active Member
The county does provide free legal services. If you go by the court house, they can tell you where and when.
Usually if you schedule with their office, a lawyer will give you one free consultation and will pretty much answer any questions you ask. I was surprised how much info I got for free. I drew up my own documents and I think I paid a lawyer to review them. Didn't cost much.
Usually if you schedule with their office, a lawyer will give you one free consultation and will pretty much answer any questions you ask. I was surprised how much info I got for free. I drew up my own documents and I think I paid a lawyer to review them. Didn't cost much.