Legal Question in Family Law in Maryland
Order of Deafult in Maryland
Im going threw a custody battle with my childs father and had to file an order of default against him for custody. The judge granted the default and next is a hearing in front of a master of the court. what does this mean?
Asked on 12/06/10, 11:12 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Paula McGill
Attorney at Law
Unlike a regular lawsuit where a default means you win on liability, for child custody matters, the master still reviews the matter. Depending on the circumstances, the master may require further investigation of the home.
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Answered on 12/11/10, 4:13 pm