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My husband of 16 years has had an affair for over a year. He will not stop the affair and I am ready to divorce him. I have been a stay at home mom for 15 years. What does that mean for me and my 4 kids?
The father lives in Louisiana and i don't know anyone there and I have an apartment a job I'm stable where I'm at and moving back and starting over with my kids would be hard
To live with me. As they are not physically in his care but the care of a relative. They are old enough and have expressed to their father about living with me.
I was only text messaged not subpoenad
answered on Jul 17, 2024
If you are the parent and want your child (children) then I recommend that you immediately consult with an experience lawyer in this area and hire one to represent you and to work towards your best interests. Good luck.
My daughter dad left me the apartment knowing that I can’t pay for it by myself what do I do
Visitation. Also I can't relocate 71 miles outside of my current living situation. I also have a protective order against him for domestic violence. I'm coming to the end of my training for better job security and stability for my child. I have been receiving offers for jobs in other... View More 
my child is 12 years old and wants to live with me due to the other parent not being up to par. Their living arrangements are not steady or livable, the other parent is in and out of jail, switching my child to multiple schools throughout the year since the age of 5 (I have proof), doesnt make sure... View More
my child is 12 years old and wants to live with me due to the other parent not being up to par. Their living arrangements are not steady or livable, the other parent is in and out of jail, switching my child to multiple schools throughout the year since the age of 5 (I have proof), doesnt make sure... View More
so my question is I have a prescription for medical marijuana. I’m currently going through a divorce child custody and everything else and I’m trying to get custody of my children 50-50 but yet the dad has pending charges of domestic abuse and child endangerment cruelty to juvenile so I’m... View More
The child is 14yrs old and the mother does not provide anything for the child. The child do visit mother. The mother did loose custody of her oldest child and at one time did not have a permanent address. The father provides shelter, food, clothing and transportation for the child. The mother have... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2024
What do you mean by "complete custody"---also, what does the current custody order provide---what are the terms? If the child is 14 years old, I think the appropraite thing for you to do is to seek a consult with a family lawyer in your area to discuss the specifics of your current... View More
Married for 10 years, child is 7 years old, both would be living locally to child's school, no criminal history for both parents, no history of domestic abuse from either parties, no infidelity on either side, everything is under fathers name, father employed as AVP Branch Manager, Wife... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2024
All cases are different and depend on the specific facts however the Courts prefer that both parents be involved in the life of the child so based on that, the likelihood of joint custody is high. I am not sure what you mean by SPLIT. If you mean SHARED, then the answer remains the same: the... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Louisiana, obtaining a divorce, even with the intention of relinquishing rights to children, may not be entirely free due to court fees and possible attorney costs. However, low-income individuals might qualify for a fee waiver or reduced-cost legal services through legal aid organizations. The... View More
Charges were dropped due to lack of evidence and the case plan was completed months before they were able to move him to the state i was living in.
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
In Louisiana, if Child Protective Services (CPS) has kept your child in custody after charges against you have been dropped and you've completed your case plan, you may have grounds to take legal action. However, the decision to sue CPS should be carefully considered and based on a thorough... View More
Away from the date I filed for the motion will be the new date ?
answered on Jan 18, 2024
The judge will sign a written order either granting the motion to reset or denying it. If the motion is granted, the order will state the new date. If the hearing officer conference is drawing near and you haven't received the judge's order yet, I'd suggest calling the clerk's... View More
Back to me or let me talk to her what do I do
answered on Dec 20, 2023
If you do not have any paperwork/orders signed by the Judge detailing your custodial time then you need to file something with the Court asking that custodial time be set which will detail when you exercise custodial time and when your ex does. If you have such an order and he is in violation of... View More
My daughters birth father and I weren't married and didn't take me to court for rights to our daughter. Now my fiance and I are looking into adoption, the birth father hasn't made contact in over a year and hasn't seen the child in over a year. So I'm just wondering what do... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2023
The birth father may have to be placed on notice of the intent to adopt; however, his consent may not be required if he failed to communicate or attempt to communicate with the child without just cause for over 6 months. Your fiance would likely need to marry you, however, to be considered for an... View More
I got out in December moved to Tampa for work have kept in. Contact and flew in from Florida twice to spend the weekend with him and have held a steady job running heavy equipment until last month I returned home to go to work in a chemical plant I’ve completed my parole perfectly I have a home... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2023
A lot depends on what exactly you signed (and/or gave up). I recommend taking a copy of the paperwork you signed to a child custody or family lawyer so you can have a more specific conversation as to the best way for you to achieve what you desire. Good luck.
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Louisiana, courts may use various types of drug tests, including saliva-based tests, in legal proceedings where drug use is a relevant issue. This can include family law cases, particularly those involving child custody or welfare. Saliva drug tests, like other types, are utilized to assess... View More
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answered on Jul 25, 2023
If the child's mother has gone to jail and the child is being hidden by the grandfather, it may be a complex situation involving family law and child custody issues in Louisiana.
In such cases, the child's well-being and best interests are paramount. If you are the child's... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2023
If you filed the petition and you had an attorney file it on your behalf, then please speak to your attorney and discuss this. If you filed it without an attorney, then please use the Justia Find a lawyer tab and search for family law/cusody/support lawyers in the parish the petition was... View More
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