Thank you. So, if I understand it, the response is like a counter-offer regarding divorce arrangements (custody, property, etc.), right?
>>>>>>>>>> No , it's not a counter offer ( that'll happen later in mediation ) . Her reply is to list the legal relief she wishes . I'd recommend she check that legal fees be payed by the petitioner in the reply . Specific help ( by county ) in filling out the paperwork can be found here :
http://ezlegalfile.com/go.jsp?act=actShowHome
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Latest update (probably last). She did end up getting a lawyer in CA, who is helping to split the divorce proceedings between MD and CA (custody in CA, assets in MD). It ain't cheap, but it may be the best way to deal with the interstate issue.