The Circuit Court for Baltimore County Self-Help Office accepts walk-ins Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and on Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. We are located in the County Courts Building, 401 Bosley Avenue, Towson, Maryland 21204, Second Floor Law Library (rear).
Services
The Office can:
- Help with Family Law court forms, which may be obtained at the Clerk’s Office or through the Maryland Judiciary. Learn more about electronic filing.
- Explain Family Law court processes
- Help you open, answer or move your Family Law case forward. Check the status of your case.
The Office cannot:
- Give legal advice
- File paperwork for you
- Represent you in court
Types of Assistance
If the assistance you need does not require an appointment, email baltcoselfhelp@mdcourts.gov with your inquiry.
| Type of Assistance | Description | How to Attend | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Person Appointments Select Wednesdays only. | Meet with a volunteer lawyer in person for free, legal advice regarding family and civil law matters. (For those that don't have a lawyer.) | Email baltcoselfhelp@mdcourts.gov to schedule an appointment. | |
| Virtual Drop-In Meetings Tuesdays only, noon to 1 p.m. | A live representative will you let you into the meeting when it’s your turn to be assisted with your family law matters. | Access the Drop-In Meeting | |
Virtual One-on-One Appointments | Schedule a virtual, 30-minute appointment for one-on-one family law assistance. | Schedule an Appointment |
Take the Survey
To help the court evaluate future program needs, complete our survey. You do not need to provide your name or case-identifying information.