Galena, MD asked in Family Law for Maryland

Q: Maryland. no separation agreement made spouse will not contribute to children or other expenses..what can be done?

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Paula J. Mcgill
Paula J. Mcgill
Answered
  • Marietta, GA
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: You or someone in the same situation asked this question on another site. File for a limited divorce (which is a legal separation in other states). The limited divorce will place him on child and spousal support.

Mr. J. Edgie Russell
Mr. J. Edgie Russell
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  • Frederick, MD
  • Licensed in Maryland

A: If you are separated, but do not have an agreement, you can still bring an action for child support, an action for alimony or combine one or both of these claims in an action for divorce.

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