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0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: What portion of out of pocket medical expense is non custodial parent responsible for?

I am custodial with joint custody of our 16 year old daughter. Always been a stay at home mom. Remarried for 11 years. Ex husband CHOSE first four days of each month visitation only. He exercised this 3 x in 12 mons. Makes over $60,000 a year and pays $500 per month court ordered support. He has... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Civil Litigation for Louisiana on
Q: Can a co-owner of a property that is being occupied by another co-owner, enter that residence any time they see fit?

In reference to house inherited by 3 brothers who have conflict with each other. Mother died intestate. The heir who lives in the house, has lived there since 2019. Mother died in 2021. What are his rights in regards to peaceful possession in this situation? Can the other heirs enter his residence... Read more »

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Q: What can I do to file an executory judgement for recognizing an out-of-state (VA) name change order in Orleans parish?

I initially filed a name change order in Virginia, but I had lost my original birth certificate. I need to request a new one, but I have to have my name change order recognized in the court that has jurisdiction over the Parish were I was born (Orleans Parish). I was wondering what the process... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: hello i have a restraining order filed against me with false allegations and i don't know if i should be worrried

hello my ex and i got in a fight a few weeks ago on mardi gras night so we were both really intoxicated. she spit in my face and then i pushed her onto the bed and spit back on her and then i left the room to cool off. when i came back she had called the cops and was telling them i hit her which i... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Juvenile Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I get someone for kidnapping for taking my daughter and granddaughter without my consent

My 16 daughter boyfriend mother picked her up down the road and without telling anyone.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Louisiana on
Q: Is my my ex wife responsible for tutor expenses for homeschool?

I recently went to mediation with my ex wife. From the mediation, she is now responsible for “100% of homeschool expenses” ( how it is written in our mediation agreement) To add to the background information, I have 50% custody of my four kids and I we now share a 7 day custody agreement. I... Read more »

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Mar 13, 2023

If you had an attorney representing you, then please ask your attorney. If you did not have an attorney representing you, then I would suggest reading the agreement/order and see if tutoring is specifically mentioned. If it is mot, then unless both parties intended "tutor expense" to be... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Real Estate Law and Public Benefits for Louisiana on
Q: They just added this park with only a fence between us. They just got bleachers right by my house, it's like within a c

couple of feet. When they start doing baseball this summer can I do an air horn and whistles without getting arrested? It's on my own property and the park bleachers should not be this close to my house. Can I sue with it being so close to my road?

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Is it legal for a married couple to mutually choose to cohabitate with a friend?

In the state of Louisiana, is it legal for a married couple to mutually choose to romantically cohabitate with a friend (living together with the couple, but not married)?

Could they do this with a cohabitation agreement? If so, would the married couple enter said agreement as one party or... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Can I move with my two children to another state without their father knowing where we move? We’re not married.

The children do have their dads last name on birth certificate.

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 24, 2023

What is the father's involvement with the children and have there been any legal proceedings involving the children in which rulings/judgments/orders have occurred as to custody, child support, visitation and/or otherwise involving the children. Also, is doing this in the best interests of... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: my husband has filed for a no fault divorce while he was cheating on me throughout n was involved in adultery n voilance

i have minor child i want to know what are my legal rights

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 23, 2023

To best protect your rights, you will need to have a lawyer in the legal proceedings. As such, you should really begin meeting and consulting with a family law attorney(s) in your area so you can hire the one with whom you are most comfortable. There are many issues involved, including but not... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Is a petition for temporary custody a temporary custody or a mandate for temporary custody without dates specified?

Me & the father both signed this petition to his mom. We are trying to figure out what kind of custody she has if it was only a petition for temporary custody. Done by a notary republic. Monroe Louisiana

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 22, 2023

Without seeing the document in which you are referring, we are only guessing what it is and what's been done. I would contact a custody or family law attorney in your area and bring the paperwork to the attorney you see and discuss your options. Plus if you go to Court, you really should... Read more »

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: is my mom allowed to lock me out of my bedroom and make me sleep on the sofa with none of my belongings?

in my house there are double sided locks on every door and locks on every window, it feels like a prison. is she allowed to do all these things that are preventing me from sleeping in my own bed and have access to my own clothes. im almost 17 i dont think i should be living like a prisoner in my... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Foreclosure and Real Estate Law for Louisiana on
Q: If 3 people inherit to the home and taxes weren't paid can one person pay the taxes and get the house?

It already went to a tax sale but we have 3 years to claim the home and pay the taxes and penalties.

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answered on Feb 25, 2023

It depends on the specific laws and regulations in your jurisdiction. In some cases, if one person pays the taxes and penalties owed, they may be able to claim ownership of the property. However, in other cases, all owners may need to agree to any changes in ownership or to the payment of taxes and... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: Can i move in with my father?

I am almost 17. My mother and my father have joint custody but I was never able to see my dad, along with my sisters and stepmom because of my mom. My dad lives in missouri i live in louisiana. If my dad came and got me and took me in to live with him would I be forced to go back home?

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Feb 15, 2023

You didn't say whether there's a judgment determining custody, but your statement that your parents have "joint custody" makes me assume that there is one. Your father would need to file a Rule to Modify Custody in the custody case asking the court to give him domiciliary... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Hello, i would like to know how and if i can obtain power of attorney for my son who is incarcerated. Its for medical re
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Feb 7, 2023

You can if your son signs the paperwork giving you power of attorney. If your son refuses to do so and you believe your should have some sort of equivalent of a power of attorney over him, then you should consult with an attorney in your area who handles interdictions to see whether or not that... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family Law and Domestic Violence for Louisiana on
Q: How can I get a lawyer to takea case pro bono? Legal Services where I live says they don't have the resources

Child custody and divorce and there is domestic violence involved on my husband against me. He has a very good attorney and I can't afford one. He refuses to pay child support and I don't have a vehicle to get to a job so I'm struggling. Also, he is trying to get domestic charge... Read more »

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Feb 3, 2023

I'm sorry to hear of the problems you're having. You may be able to find assistance through this website: https://www.lsba.org/public/findlegalhelp/. I would also suggest contacting your local battered women's shelter and/or your parish's District Attorney's Office to... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: My father passed and my stepmom neglected to tell me and my other sister for weeks. He didn’t have a will

My stepmom has never liked me and my older sister. We’re both over 18. My dad passed on December 1st of 2022. We didn’t find out about it until December 14th from a distant friend of the family. She never told us. We found out later from our two little sisters that still lived in the house that... Read more »

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Jan 27, 2023

Yes, you should contact an attorney immediately who handles successions law to discuss your options. You can ask for a protective order to protect your interest in his estate.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: Am I required by the courts in Louisiana w/notice of deposition of opposing party, and not have any legal consequences.
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jan 20, 2023

Your post is missing something which does not allow one to attempt to answer your question.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Custody for Louisiana on
Q: in louisiana is a notice of deposition a requirement by the courts to go and answer to the other parties attorney.

I do not want to answer to them, and my attorney is not deposing them, and telling me to go to this deposition. It feels to me I'm bringing the bullets to the gun owner. .. It is a custody case with many twist .

Douglas Lee Bryan
Douglas Lee Bryan
answered on Jan 19, 2023

If you were not subpoenaed to appear, then you cannot be punished for refusing to appear, assuming you are not a party to the lawsuit. You mention that your attorney is telling you to go, which makes me think you are a party, however. If that's the case and you fail to appear, then the... Read more »

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Louisiana on
Q: How does my child change their name in the state of Louisiana?
Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jan 10, 2023

A petition for name change needs to be filed. If your child is over 18 then he is the party to file it. If your child is under the age of 18, I believe both parents need to have notice of the lawsuit and/or be a party of the lawsuit. Some parish Clerk of Courts have forms for this, but if your... Read more »

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