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Immediately upon getting married I sold my separate home, then took separate money and purchased a new home while married, my then wife did not and could not contribute she still owned a separate home. Upon sale of her home she moved into the new home i purchased. Is this still considered... View More 
answered on Sep 18, 2024
Arguments can be made that it's separate property or that it's community property. I would suggest you sit down with a community property or family law attorney to specifically discuss this and determine a strategy for what you desire and if it's practical. For example, one needs... View More
My daughter and mother live with me. We're not together anymore and she isn't paying rent. My daughter goes to school here and the mother wants to up and leave to SC where her mother lives. There's no abuse or negligence on my part, she wants to move over there because her mother is... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2024
If this is an issue and/or might become an issue, then the paperwork between you and the mother regarding custody of the child will be important. What does it say as to relocation? If there is non paperwork currently, then I would immediately contact a family law/custody lawyer in your area to... View More
And kicking me out
answered on Aug 18, 2024
This is something that Louisiana divorce attorneys should advise on, but you posted last week - and sadly, it looks like you're being kicked to the curb.
- You could start seeking help through legal aid organizations or pro bono attorneys. Here is a link to some leads on this website -... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2024
My recommendation is that you should consult with a lawyer to discuss your options and to determine the best way to proceed at this time---that's the best thing to do. In further answer to your question, you can either not seek determination of the commuity property at this time and simply... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2024
No. Once the community property is terminated, income and debt you earn/obtain is solely yours moving forward but the already existing community property is still that. If your community property is terminated, then the community property between spouses remain just that, except that you are now... View More
I have his last known address from 12 years ago.
answered on May 28, 2024
If you do not know the whereabouts of your spouse, you can still obtain a divorce but it is more expensive as you have to ask the court to appoint a curator (which would be an attorney) to make reasonable efforts to locate your spouse---it is more expensive because you are responsible to pay the... View More
answered on Mar 28, 2024
Courts in Louisiana are not 100% uniform in how they will grant a divorce, especially if you are not represented. My advice is to call the local bar association and see if they can provide any assistance to you, or if they can recommend an attorney who will meet/consult with you at a reduced rate... View More
Suit. Judgement was 2014 divorced in 2022 AM I entitled by Ohio law my share.
answered on Mar 11, 2024
If the settlement has been signed by a Judge as an Order of the Court or a Judgment of the Court, then return to Court and seek enforcement of the Judgment. If you have an attorney representing you then I advise you to contact said attorney about this. If you did not have an attorney, then please... 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
I am not the biological father but the baby has my last name because we were married before and after she was born
answered on Jan 28, 2024
You certainly have a right to dipsute this should you choose to do so. You should consult with a family law attorney in your area to discuss your options re: the breakup/dissolution of your marriage and the incidental matters, including, divorce, child support, child custody, spousal support and... View More
We own a business together. I filed federal and state taxes in Louisiana (married separate). My spouse filed taxes in California (jt).
We own a condo together. We are broke. Barely getting by. I am unemployed. How can I divorce for least amount of expenses?
answered on Jan 16, 2024
My answer is that if you are currently living in Louisiana, then you should file in Louisiana-----that said, you indicate that you own property, you do not mention your debt, if any, of the community, so I recommend that before you file that you at least consult with a family law/divorce attorney... View More
A divorce decree left property to my sibling and I in the event of my father’s death. He passed recently and I found that his wife who lived in the property with him but never purchased or paid the “now free and clear” mortgage, name is included on the deed along with him. Is this a... View More
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
In Louisiana, a divorce decree that addresses property distribution typically has legal precedence over later actions, such as the changing of a deed. If the decree explicitly awarded your mother's half of the property to you and your sibling, this should be honored unless legally modified... View More
He borrowed money to pay for his gambling and I can no longer keep up with the monthly payments. Now he want to sell the house in order to pay his loan. I don’t want anything to do with him anymore. It is stressing me out and he is pressuring me to sell the house. I feel threatened what he might... View More
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answered on Oct 5, 2024
I'm really sorry you're going through this difficult time. It’s important to reach out to a local attorney who can guide you through the divorce process in Louisiana and help protect your interests regarding the house and debts.
You have rights when it comes to property and... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
When recording a conversation with your ex-husband in a public park, the rules depend on the laws of your state or country. Some places require the consent of both parties for recording conversations, while others only need the consent of one person involved in the conversation. This is known as... View More
N/a
answered on Sep 12, 2024
More information is needed on this. Is the property community or separate? If it is community, then between you and your husband, each of you own the property and each of you are respomsible for the debt/loan (assuming the loan was obtained during the marriage). I recommend that you consult with... View More
He's always worked and I stayed home. He refused to help me with anything including our 2 kids
answered on Sep 11, 2024
You should consult with an attorney who handles divorce and family law matters. He/she can explain your rights and options to you regarding getting an immediate divorce on the grounds of adultery, as well as child support and spousal support. Good luck.
I want a free pro bono divorce my husband has put me in jail due to texting about seeing my kids I have been separated from him for a year
answered on Mar 8, 2024
Contact the local bar association, state bar association and/or legal aid to determine the process and if you quality for a lawyer to assist and/or handle your divorce on a pro bono basis.
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answered on Nov 10, 2023
If you decide to file a lawsuit, you will need to prove that the agreement is valid and that your ex-husband has breached the agreement. You can do this by providing the court with a copy of the agreement and any other relevant evidence, such as emails or text messages that show that he agreed to... View More
What if a spouse founded and ran a successful business enterprise and another spouse did not contribute to the success of this entity?
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answered on Nov 8, 2023
All property acquired during the marriage is considered community property and is generally divided evenly between the spouses in the event of a divorce. This includes business assets unless one spouse proves the business is separate property.
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