DOMESTIC RELATIONS FORMS

DOMESTIC RELATIONS FORMS
(in fillable PDF)

Please read the General Instructions before you file your papers.
If you know the domestic relations form(s) you need, you can choose from the LIST to download the form(s). For most users, we recommend reviewing the following pages before choosing the form(s).

NOTE: If you need assistance completing the form(s), call the Legal Forms Helpline operated by the Women's Law Center of Maryland.

I want to file a NEW CASE, RE-OPEN an old case, or I need to file to ENFORCE an existing court order concerning:

Child Support

Custody/Visitation

Divorce

Name Change

I have received court papers and need to file a written response or ANSWER to a case.

I have already filed court papers, but have not been able to serve the other side. I need to file a MOTION FOR ALTERNATE SERVICE.

I have already filed court papers, and I have already had the other side properly served. The other side has not filed an Answer and I would like the case to proceed. I need to file a REQUEST FOR ORDER OF DEFAULT.

I want to register and/or enforce a custody order issued by another state

Filing Fees. Information on fees and court costs.

Service of Process. Information on how to have your forms filed with the court.

The Domestic Relations forms are in fillable Portable Document Format (PDF) which allows you to type information into the form using your computer. If you prefer, you can print the forms and fill out by typewriter or by hand.

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader software, version 5.0 or higher, to view, fill out, and print the forms. If you don't have the Reader installed on your computer, or if you have an earlier version, you will need to download the newest version from Adobe's website by following the link below. It only takes a few minutes, and there are easy-to-follow instructions to help you with the download.
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If you are new to using fillable PDF, Instructions are provided to assist you with this new feature

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