MD Bar Procedure and Practice

Question 1

Under the Maryland Rules of Civil Procedure, what is the deadline for a defendant to file an answer to a complaint after being served?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

20 days

Answer

60 days

Answer

90 days

Question 2

In Maryland, which of the following methods is NOT a permissible method of serving process in a civil case?

Accepted Answer

Service on the defendant’s spouse

Answer

Personal service on the defendant

Answer

Service by mail with a return receipt requested

Answer

Service by publication

Question 3

Under Maryland law, what is the maximum number of interrogatories a party can serve on another party without seeking court approval?

Accepted Answer

30

Answer

10

Answer

20

Answer

40

Question 4

In Maryland, when must a motion for summary judgment be filed in relation to the trial date?

Accepted Answer

At least 30 days before trial

Answer

At least 10 days before trial

Answer

At least 60 days before trial

Answer

Anytime before or during trial

Question 5

In Maryland, what is the standard time frame for filing a notice of appeal from a final judgment in a civil case?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

10 days

Answer

20 days

Answer

60 days