Where do I file for divorce in Baltimore City?

Where do I file for divorce in Baltimore City?

To open a case: File your divorce documents in the circuit court in the county where you or your spouse live. Make enough copies of your documents for your spouse and be sure to keep at least one copy for yourself. The spouse filing the initial Complaint must provide a copy to his or her spouse.

How do I file a civil suit in Baltimore?

File a Complaint form (DC-CV-001) with the court. Pay the filing fee. Check the District Court’s Civil Cost Schedule (DCA-109) for fees. The court will issue a Writ of Summons to officially notify the other side (called “the defendant”) that a suit has been filed.

Can you sue someone for $500?

Who can start a lawsuit? If you are a minor and you are a plaintiff in a lawsuit where the claim is for more than $500, or if you are a defendant in any lawsuit, you will require someone to represent you. This person is called your Litigation Guardian.

Should I hire an attorney for Small Claims Court?

You do not need a lawyer for small claims court, and some states don’t even allow you to have one. There are many advantages to seeking legal help from an attorney, but you would likely have to pay attorney’s fees. Only you can decide if representing yourself in court is right for you.

How long do you have to take someone to small claims court in California?

In many states, the time limit on filing, otherwise known as the statute of limitations, will depend on the type of claim. For example, in California, you have four years to make a claim on a written contract, and three years to file for property damage.

Can you get punitive damages in small claims court in California?

Dear Liz, Most small claims courts do not award punitive damages. This is primarily because the “trials” in small claims are limited and the court is not in a position to address issues that would lead them to award damages such as whether the conduct was willful and egregious.