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I’m the defendant. The plaintiff was granted motion to compel documents from me. They also requested sanction, asking that I pay his attorney fees. If I turn the documents in the time the they request (5 days), can I still be sanctioned?
answered on Aug 4, 2023
I see you're in Prince George's County. Although I'm a [Baltimore County child custody lawyer](https://www.ostendorflaw.com/practice_areas/maryland-child-custody-lawyer.php), the same principles would apply in your jurisdiction as we are discussing Maryland law generally.... View More 
answered on Aug 4, 2023
I see you're in Edgewater, MD. Although I'm a <a href="https://www.ostendorflaw.com/practice_areas/maryland-divorce-lawyer.php">divorce lawyer in Baltimore County</a>, I can provide some general guidance on this issue as it's a common question that often arises... View More
Family law case we are both party to(I am the Plaintiff). I never received notice of his appeal, and I question the validity of him being given a de novo hearing since no criminal charges were sought or filed. Anyone that can help me? I was going to attempt pro se litigation, but the more I... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2015
Thank you for your appellate law question. Appeals from a peace order compromise a unique form of appellate review. Based on the information provided, you may have several options. If you act quickly within applicable deadlines, there may be grounds to move to dismiss the appeal for improper... View More
I am appealing a case that was dismissed without the opportunity to conduct discovery. I'm now in the appeals process and have now received relevant evidence. I have already filed my statement of issues. The next step is dispositive motions if needed. would this apply to me?
answered on Jan 23, 2015
A dispositive motion may be filed in a Maryland appeal by the appellee if the appellant missed the appellate filing deadline, or if the case has been rendered moot. The former is the most common basis for a dispositive motion on appeal. Since you are the appellant, you should not attempt to file... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2012
Bankruptcy laws are very complex, and so are the filing procedures. In order to make sure everything is handled properly, you should consult with a bankruptcy lawyer. http://www.legal-news-network.com/bankruptcy-lawyers/
answered on Jun 22, 2012
A bankruptcy can stay on your credit report for up to ten years. While a bankruptcy will dramatically lower your score at first, the effects will decrease over time. If you are considering filing for bankruptcy, you should promptly consult with a bankruptcy lawyer.
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