Family Court

Scheduling
A scheduling conference is automatic after an affidavit or answer. Hearing dates are scheduled at the scheduling conference.

Settlement Conferences
The Court orders a settlement conference if both parties are pro se or if parties have representation.

Emergency Hearings - Pro Se Litigants
To request an emergency hearing, go to the Family Law window to request forms and submit, giving proper notice to the other party. If possible, try to get assistance from the Pro Se Project. It is sometimes possible to see a judge the same day the request for an emergency hearing is filed.

Source: A joint project of the Women's Law Center and MLAN, along with interviews conducted with Family Law Court Coordinators, court clerks and local advocates practicing in this county. Updated by the Maryland State Law Library (MSLL).

Date of Last Review: 10/3/08 (PLL/M.A.J.)

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