Maryland Online Divorce
Your Divorce Handled Your Way ™
Our simple online process makes getting divorced quick, easy and affordable and without the hassle of hiring a lawyer or going to court. We understand that going through a divorce can be a difficult and emotionally taxing experience, which is why we offer a simple and convenient way to take care of everything online.
If you are looking for a reliable online divorce service in Maryland, look no further than ReliableDivorce. We have been helping people get divorced since 2007.
Guaranteed approval by Maryland courts
100% Money Back Guarantee
Lowest price on the market at $99
No hidden fees
Receive your divorce papers today
Unlimited ability to make revisions
Created by divorce lawyers
Legal professional is available to answer any questions
Why Choose Us?
Because you don't like paying more for the same product.
You can pay other online divorce services up to $299 to receive the same completed divorce papers that you would receive from ReliableDivorce.com for just $99. Plus, our $99 price includes the option to schedule a phone conference with the legal professional assigned to your case (your Case Manager) to walk you through each step of the process and answer any questions you may have.
Because you want accurate, up to date divorce papers with a proven track record of acceptance by the court.
Since ReliableDivorce.com was created by divorce attorneys and is operated by divorce attorneys, you receive the same divorce papers that divorce lawyers file with the court every day, but without having to spend thousands of dollars on attorney's fees.
Because you want a single, upfront price and not be hit with hidden fees later down the road.
Many other services start hitting you up for additional fees shortly after you sign up (and after already paying their initial fee). These additional fees often include "storage fees" to maintain your information or monthly charges just so you may continue to access your own documents. However, we will never ask you to pay any additional fees. With ReliableDivorce.com, you will always have unlimited access to your account so that, at any time, you may make changes to your information and generate new documents regardless of how long ago you signed up for our service.
Getting an Online Divorce in Maryland
Our online divorce service is designed for spouses who want a simple, cheap and fast divorce in Maryland. The key factor to determine whether an online divorce will work for your situation is that both spouses can agree to the terms of the divorce, including the division of property, division of debts and any child-related issues, if applicable.
ReliableDivorce.com makes the online divorce process easy and affordable for virtually every budget. Based on your answers to our questionnaire, we determine all the necessary documents you will need and the documents are prepared as required for the court’s approval. We provide you step-by-step written instructions beginning with how to file your divorce papers and all the way through how to finalize your divorce.
We have spent more than 15 years helping people file for and complete their divorce. Unlike many other online divorce services, our services don’t end once you file your initial divorce papers. We also want to make sure you are easily able to finalize your divorce as quickly as Maryland law allows. We understand that even with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the divorce process, it can still be overwhelming. That’s why our service continues even after you have your completed divorce papers in hand. Included with our service is the option to schedule a phone consultation with your case manager who can answer any questions you may have or even walk you through each step of the process if necessary.
The bottom line is that if you and your spouse can agree on the terms of your divorce, then an online divorce is the fastest, easiest and least expensive option to dissolve your marriage. Whether you have children, own a home or own other property, as long as you and your spouse can reach an agreement on all such issues, then you are eligible to use our online divorce services to file your divorce in Maryland.
Click the Start Now button to begin the process today.
Uncontested Divorce in Maryland
An uncontested divorce is one in which both spouses have reached an agreement on all the major issues, such as property division, division of debt, child custody, child support, and spouse support.
A contested divorce in one in which the spouses cannot reach an agreement on the major issues and, as a result, the court will have to decide the final outcome on the disputed issues.
In either type of divorce, the process starts by one spouse filing for divorce.
Benefits to an Uncontested Divorce
-
Save Money. Spouses save a significant amount of money in an uncontested divorce vs. a contested divorce. Instead of paying the high attorney’s fees that accompany a contested divorce, that money stays in the parties’ pockets.
-
Save Time. Because the spouses have already reached an agreement on the important issues, the paperwork is stream-lined and the parties don’t have to spend time attending multiple court hearings and formal negations that can take many months or even years to complete.
-
Save Mental Health. Fighting your divorce out in court adds additional stress to an already difficult situation. An uncontested divorce results in a much easier and less stressful legal process.
We created our Maryland online divorce service to maximize these benefits. ReliableDivorce.com provides the lowest price online divorce service in the market with the fastest results. You receive your divorce papers immediately after completing our online questionnaire so you can file your divorce today or any other day you choose.
Grounds for Divorce
A Maryland court may grant a divorce on the following grounds:
No-Fault Grounds:
12-Month Separation. The spouses must have lived separate and apart for the 12 months prior to filing for divorce.
Mutual Consent. This requires that there be no minor children born from the marriage, that both spouses agree to the divorce on no-fault grounds and that they reach a written agreement on all the terms of the divorce.
Fault-Based Grounds:
Adultery. The faithful spouse must prove that the other spouse was unfaithful and show that the faithful spouse did not condone or forgive the infidelity.
Desertion. The desertion must have been deliberate, final and lasted for at least 12 consecutive months. There can also be no reasonable expectation of reconciliation.
Conviction. This requires a criminal conviction resulting in a sentence of at least 36 months and the convicted spouse must have already served 12 months of the sentence.
Incurable Insanity. The spouse be confined to a mental institution for at least 36 consecutive months and one of the spouses must be a resident of Maryland for at least 24 months prior to filing for divorce.
Cruelty. There must have been cruel or vicious treatment, usually involving physical abuse, by a spouse towards either the other spouse or a minor child.
How to File for Divorce Without a Lawyer in Maryland
If the breakdown of the marriage occurred in Maryland, then there is no minimum residency requirement. If the breakdown of the marriage occurred outside of the state, then at least one of the spouses must have lived in the state of Maryland for a minimum of one (1) year prior to filing a divorce action. [Maryland Family Law Code Ann. § 7-101].
It’s not difficult to prove residency. For example, any one of the following items will establish residency - a valid state driver’s license, ID card, or voter’s registration card.
Divorce papers may be filed in the county where either spouse currently resides.
Detailed court-filing instructions are included with your completed divorce papers, so that you know how the process works.
It may be necessary to follow up if any issues in your documents arise after you file your initial paperwork. We offer you the flexibility to make small adjustments to your divorce forms at no additional cost when you use our online divorce service. Our online divorce service is designed to make your divorce as easy and stress-free as possible.
Our online divorce service makes it easy to file for divorce without a lawyer. There is no requirement that you have a lawyer to file for divorce in Maryland. Once you sign up to use our online divorce service, you simply fill out our online questionnaire to begin your divorce paperwork. It can either be filled out on your own or with your spouse's help. We provide you with all the paperwork needed to file and complete your divorce along with detailed instructions for every step of the process.
The first step of the process is to ensure you meet the state's residency requirements to file for divorce in Maryland.
Child Support
Like most other states, Maryland has adopted specific child support guidelines that are presumed to be correct and to be in the child's best interest. In almost every case, child support must be determined using the state's guidelines. As a result, using a Maryland child support calculator is best for determining the amount of child support to be paid. A proper child support calculator uses the child support guidelines prescribed by Maryland law. In the event that you and your spouse cannot agree on this issue, the court will use the same calculation as the basis for determining the support obligation.
In Maryland, a child support obligation usually terminates when the child turns 18. However, if the child is still enrolled in secondary school at the age of 18, then the support obligation will be extended until the child graduates from high school or turns 19, whichever occurs first. [Maryland Family Code §401].
Child Custody and Visitation
Legal Custody in Maryland
There are two types of legal custody in Maryland: Joint Custody and Sole Custody. This determines how decisions are made regarding the raising of the child.
Legal custody is determined based exclusively on what is in the child's best interest.
Joint Custody is where both parents have the right to participate in making the major decisions affecting the child.
Sole Custody is where only one parent has the right to make decisions affecting the child.
In Maryland, courts generally favor joint legal custody, but not necessarily joint physical custody.
Physical Custody in Maryland
Physical custody says who the children will primarily reside with and the other parent will have visitation as discussed below.
In Maryland, the non-custodial parent has the same visitation rights regardless of whether sole custody or joint custody is ordered in the divorce decree.
Visitation
Under Maryland law, visitation is any schedule agreed upon by both parents and can change any time both parents are in agreement. Basically, the parents are in control of visitation provided they both agree to it. It is only if the parents cannot agree that the state’s standard visitation schedule applies. Though many parents find it easier to just go by the standard visitation schedule provided under Maryland law. This will be explained in more detail in your divorce papers.
Maryland Divorce Forms
Our Maryland forms are guaranteed to be approved by the court. Our software determines what forms are needed and how to correctly complete the forms based on the answers you provide when completing our online questionnaire. Our software is updated anytime there is a change in the Maryland divorce laws. Our service makes getting an online divorce as seamless as possible and at a price that meets every budget.
Maryland Divorce - FAQ
How long will my divorce take?
Short Answer: As little as a couple weeks to 60 days.
Detailed Answer: Maryland does not have a mandatory waiting period before a divorce can be finalized. As a result, the actual time it takes will largely depend on how quickly you and your spouse complete and file all the necessary paperwork and the judge's schedule.
What documents are needed to file for divorce in Maryland?
Short Answer: 1) Complaint for Absolute Divorce and 2) Civil Domestic Case Information Report
Detailed Answer: Additional documents are needed if spouses have minor children together. Our online divorce service will provide you all of the forms needed for the entire divorce process along with detailed instructions for every step. If you have any questions along the way, you may also schedule a call with one of our legal professionals who will walk you through the process.
How soon can I get remarried after my divorce is final?
Short Answer: Immediately.
Detailed Answer: Maryland does not have a mandatory waiting period between finalizing a divorce and when a party may marry another person.
Can I file for divorce in Maryland if my spouse lives in another state?
Short Answer: Yes.
Detailed Answer: If your spouse lives outside of Maryland, then as long as you satisfy the state's residency requirement, you may file in Maryland.
How long do I need to live in Maryland before I can file for divorce in the state?
Short Answer: As few as 0 days and up to 365 days.
Detailed Answer: Maryland Residency Requirement: There is no in-state minimum residency requirement if the breakdown of the marriage happened in Maryland. Otherwise, at least one spouse must be a resident of Maryland for 365 days prior to filing for divorce. If you have lived in the state for less than one (1) year and the breakdown of your marriage occurred outside of the state, but your spouse has lived in Maryland for at least one (1) year, then you may still file for divorce since residency requirement would be met based on your spouse's residency.
Why ReliableDivorce stands above other divorce services:
Divorce Attorney Created Documents & Instructions: Our online divorce service, including all our divorce forms, instructions and questionnaires were created and are continuously operated by divorce attorneys.
Instant Divorce Documents: Your documents are completed in real time so you can file your papers today.
Dedicated Case Manager: Access to the legal professional assigned to your case who can walk you through every step of the process.
Court-Approved Forms: All our divorce forms are court-approved and guaranteed to be accepted by the court.
100% Money Back Guarantee: We guarantee our forms will be accepted by the court or we will refund 100% of your fee to use our service.
Unlimited Revisions: You can make unlimited revisions to your documents without any time restrictions. Even after your divorce is final, you can log into your account, modify your parenting plan and generate a new parenting plan without any additional cost.
Best Value: At $99, we have the lowest price complete online divorce service on the market.
Step-by-Step Instructions: We provide you detailed instructions for every step of the divorce process. If you are unsure or simply anxious about a step, you may schedule a call with your case manager who will walk you through any part of the process and answer any questions you may have.
Maryland Counties Served
Allegany
Anne Arundel
Baltimore
Baltimore City
Calvert
Caroline
Carroll
Cecil
Harford
Howard
Kent
Montgomery
Charles
Dorchester
Frederick
Garrett
Prince George's
Queen Anne's
Saint Mary's
Somerset
Talbot
Washington
Wicomico
Worcester