Help, Attorney needed

[lostintheusn]

I am new to posting on this sight but have been in the area for a little while. I an in need of a father friendly divorce lawyer that is hard nosed and about action and not just making money. I want to protect myself and my son with out getting screwed over by my soon to be ex. Can anyone give me some GOOD advice on where to go?

 

[aps45819]

I keep Sam Baldwin on retainer for all past and future divorces.
(301) 862 4400

 

[lostintheusn]

Mr Baldwin I tried to contact your office but you are gone for the done but I am sure you know that. I am in search of advice on divorce and do not want to screw myself in the process.

 

[Tigerlily]

Mr Baldwin I tried to contact your office but you are gone for the done but I am sure you know that. I am in search of advice on divorce and do not want to screw myself in the process.

Aps is not Mr. Baldwin he's a prior client of his!!

 

[Vince]

Doesn't matter. Maryland is a 50/50 marital property state. Child custody is a different story. If you are retired military, get ready to give up some of it.

 

[lostintheusn]

I guess I got took by APS but anyway I am not retired I am active duty so like I said I just want to protect myself. I have no real assets of great value so there isn't much to split at this point. Are there any reputable attorneys that someone can reccomend though or at least is there any advice someone may have for me.

 

[vraiblonde]

I guess I got took by APS

Aps was recommending Sam Baldwin, not saying he was Sam Baldwin.

 

[Ken King]

I used Mike Davis from Leonardtown a number of years ago. Got custody of the kids and she got nothing of my future retirement. 301-475-3131

 

[lostintheusn]

Yeah I had and airheaded moment when I read APS reply I mean I first thought he was the guy from Sleepless in Seattle but no he was neither and KK Im assuming your military if thats true are they familiar with all the legislation and stuff out there dealing with militry benefits and pay in dealing with divorce?

 

[Ken King]

Yeah I had and airheaded moment when I read APS reply I mean I first thought he was the guy from Sleepless in Seattle but no he was neither and KK Im assuming your military if thats true are they familiar with all the legislation and stuff out there dealing with militry benefits and pay in dealing with divorce?

Nope wasn't military at that time, a GS. Since you are military don't they have a legal department that could give you advice and maybe local contacts for those in the know?

 

[Kain99]

May I say... You picked her. Now be a good boy and split the lawn furniture in the livingroom 50/50.

 

[lostintheusn]

Yeah they do but unfortunately they are not interested in protecting you they want to stay above the table on everything and will push to award at the highest levels the state allows. I've seen some other service members crushed by using base legal so I am leary at best about approaching them for help.

 

[AllAboutMe]

May I say... You picked her. Now be a good boy and split the lawn furniture in the livingroom 50/50.

 

[Ken King]

Yeah they do but unfortunately they are not interested in protecting you they want to stay above the table on everything and will push to award at the highest levels the state allows. I've seen some other service members crushed by using base legal so I am leary at best about approaching them for help.

But they are free, get their advice and if you don't like it seek elsewhere. Not knowing your circumstances you might be in a better position then you think.

 

[lostintheusn]

that is true i could just get advice and move on but i know i have to have my ducks in a row and the longer i wait to act the worse my positioning becomes

 

[Ken King]

that is true i could just get advice and move on but i know i have to have my ducks in a row and the longer i wait to act the worse my positioning becomes

Do what you have to do, there are plenty of lawyers out there to chose from. Explain your situation, what you want the outcome to be and ask if they can get it for you.

 

[lostintheusn]

I will I appreciate the help greatly , it just seems overwhelming a little bit because no matter what you do your going to come out on the short end whether thats financially or personally

 

[Suz]

I guess I got took by APS but anyway I am not retired I am active duty so like I said I just want to protect myself. I have no real assets of great value so there isn't much to split at this point. Are there any reputable attorneys that someone can reccomend though or at least is there any advice someone may have for me.

As a active duty service member the first place I would go is to legal on base. They probably can't help you with the divorce itself, but I'm sure they could give you a good start. And-- It's one of your 'benefits'.

Not to mention FREE.

 

[Suz]

Nope wasn't military at that time, a GS. Since you are military don't they have a legal department that could give you advice and maybe local contacts for those in the know?

oops.....sorry Ken posted before I read entire thread......

 

[lostintheusn]

I'm definately going to check them out on Monday