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We encourage you to learn more about the Maine laws that affect you. With this understanding, you may be able to resolve some of your own legal problems. We post most of our legal education and self-help materials here.

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Calculating Your Child Support

If you are doing your own divorce or parental rights court case, find out the rules for calculating the amount of weekly child support the non-custodial parent will owe.

Divorce Hearing Videos

This set of short videos will help you better understand the court hearing process and how to prepare.

Guardian ad litem

Basic FAQ's about what a guardian ad litem does in a family law case.

Guide to Making Child-Focused Parenting Time Decisions

The Maine Courts advise divorcing parents about making good decisions on behalf of their children, where family violence is not an issue.

Parents on Active Duty: Legal Considerations

Your rights as a parent do not stop when you are in the military and called to active duty. There are many things to consider and plan for, especially if you are separated from your child’s other parent. This is a summary of some of the relevant...

Seeing Your Grandchildren: Your Visitation Rights

Part of Legal Services for the Elderly's "Know Your Rights" series. Discusses Maine's Grandparents Visitation Act

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