Kenner, LA asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Louisiana

Q: If both parents move away from the Parish in which custody arrangements were first ordered, do they relocate the case?

I currently reside in Jefferson Parish and my ex, in St. Tammany. My child told me his dad is buying a home in Metairie or New Orleans soon, so I wonder, will St. Tammany court lose jurisdiction?

2 Lawyer Answers
Stephen Rue
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Stephen Rue
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Kenner, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: To a degree it depends on the prior judgment, who is designated the primary domiciliary patent and whether the relocation was agreed to. See a lawyer.

Ellen Cronin Badeaux
Ellen Cronin Badeaux
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  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Covington, LA
  • Licensed in Louisiana

A: St Tammany doesn't lose jurisdiction unless one of you hires an attornry to move it.

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