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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: My husband just found out he has a 17 year old son, will he have to pay back child support or just support going forward
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 8, 2021

He will have to pay child support from whenever they filed for it IF the paternity test reveals he is the father.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: What can I file to have my upcoming custody hearing be thrown out due to wrong jurisdiction also not on birth certificat

He has never once helped me take care of her!! All of a sudden he filed for custody is not on the birth certificate and has filed in the baby wrong jurisdiction she’s never lived where he is filing! My hearing is Thursday I’m going to file these papers tomorrow

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 8, 2021

You can file for a Continuance yourself and hire an attorney to file for an Exception to Jurisdiction in the incorrect jurisdiction and a Petition to Disavow in the correct jurisdiction.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can someone sue me for my dog getting their dog pregnant?
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 8, 2021

Hahaha no. They can't sue you for dog statutory rape either. But they can get your dog picked up for not being on a leash or behind a fence.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation and Small Claims for Louisiana on
Q: my catalytic convertor was stolen at the dealership, what can i do

also after picked up my truck, the electrical system was messed up. none of gauges was working

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 8, 2021

Get written estimates and file a claim with the Justice of the Peace.

2 Answers | Asked in Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: If parents have joint custody, can one parent restrict who can pick up and dropoff from school when child is with other?

Mom does NOT want new mistress to be able to pick up or drop off her child while he is with dad. They are fighting for custody now and going through divorce. Court did just order joint custody. Mom is very adament about not having her child with a stranger. Can she even say anything if child is... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 6, 2021

Yes the Judge can and will say who can pick up and even who should be in child's presence. Neither parent should have girl friend or boy friend around child until divorce final, and parent and love interest have been in an exclusive relationship of at least six months.

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3 Answers | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: With court ordered papers If child support is not paid could I not let him see the child until I get the payment?
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 6, 2021

Child support and custody are apples and oranges. If he doesn't pay child support and you don't let him have visitation, you may both be held in contempt.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: I am a non custodial parent in Louisiana and been paying support for 7 years. The mother and I have reconciled

But during the course of time she became incarcerated then her sister kept the kids for a few months. I've been paying them both child support and neither my daughter(17yrs) or my son(15yrs) live with either of them. We agree on terminating my Child support order. Is that possible? Because... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 5, 2021

Please call a custody lawyer to do a timeline to see if you owe arrears or not.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: Can ex parte cancel emergency removal
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 5, 2021

Are you asking if someone can file ex parte if the state is opening a CINC case at the same time?

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: In Louisiana can a female move out at 17
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 4, 2021

No, you are not an adult until age 18.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Louisiana on
Q: What would one file to get out of “exclusive use” on co-owned property?

I had a prenuptial agreement stating a separate property regime. I was advised “exclusive use” couldn’t be granted but it was. I thought it would only be until divorce. It’s been a year and I can’t get reimbursed.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 4, 2021

Do you have an attorney? If not, you need one. If you have one, you need new one.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Louisiana on
Q: I got a DUID in Louisiana. My public defender never called me back and I have court in 3 days. Am I in trouble??
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 4, 2021

No they are just overworked and your first court date is just your arraignment. But you can always hire a private lawyer.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Louisiana on
Q: Can I sell A piece of property I’m going through a divorce other spouse has contribute no monetary means to it

Couple is separated throughout the entire process

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 3, 2021

If the property was purchased hased prior to marriage, yes you can sell it any time. If it was purchased during the marriage, no you can't sell it now.

1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law for Louisiana on
Q: What do I do when my mother has been arrested for animal cruelty for my animals but I was feeding and taking care of th

Lost my job so wasn't able to feed them as much as normal so someone called me and saying they was abandon my electricity has been cut off for two weeks so I was staying there and other places but was still feeding and watering my animals daily they have a warrant for me also I'm going to... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 2, 2021

WHY WOULD YOU HAVE 14 DOGS? OVER 5 PETS IS ILLEGAL. IF YOU HAVE ANY LEFT, TAKE THEM TO THE POUND.

1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: My 17 year old daughter has now decided to move out without my consent (left while I was at work) and I do not know

Where she is living except for with a friend from school. I’ve talked to her a few times so I know she is ok but nothing else. What are my options and who should I contact? I do not want to get into any trouble and shes already missed 4 Unexcused days.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 2, 2021

Call the school principal or counselor and report her as a run away.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law, Education Law and Federal Crimes for Louisiana on
Q: Please contact me about my rights with law enforcement and judges.
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 2, 2021

Your question is way to vague to answer. Call a criminal lawyer

2 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Louisiana on
Q: Got a divorce in 2014. Home was awarded to ex wife, it is in my name only. How can I get it out of my name?

She doesn't pay it on time and it is ruining my credit.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Dec 2, 2021

You still need to partition community property and that will take a lawyer.

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1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Real Estate Law, Civil Rights and Health Care Law for Louisiana on
Q: Must I abide to details of a listing agreement?

I was ordered to sign a listing agreement for the partition of co-owned property. I signed the agreement but it has been one month and I have not shown the house due to COVID concerns. I just received a Motion for Contempt. I don’t know if that puts me in contempt since the order only stated I... View More

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 30, 2021

You need to agree to requested showings. The CDC concluded that surface transmission was low. Get vaccinated. You can require that anyone looking at the house wear a mask and stay outside yourself until the showing is over. If not, you can be held in contempt.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: What steps do I take to be able to move my child out of state? I am the domicile parent
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 30, 2021

1) Get a job offer in writing,

2) Print a review of the new school,

3) Hire a custody lawyer to send the relocation notice, file a Motion and represent you in court.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Louisiana on
Q: Me and a friend had a argument.he's threatened to call the police on me for theft, unless I give him my pressure washer

I found this old pressure washer 5 months ago in the trash, nowhere near my friends home. I' know it didn't belong to him.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 30, 2021

Ignore him and stay away from him. You know he can't prove it is his because he doesn't have a receipt.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: Hi I have 3 minor children and I am paying child support on one child as if I only have the one child. I need help

I reside in Ga and the order was filed in Louisiana

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
answered on Nov 30, 2021

Hire a child support lawyer who practices in the parish from which the support order is originating. Get certified copies of your pre-existing child support orders.

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