Divorce and property (marital/community) are two different things. You can get divorce without resolving your property issues at the same time. Since oyu have property, I would recommend that you contact a family/divorce attorney and have a consult---or contact a few attorneys and have a few... Read more »

I am unclear as to exactly what you are seeking however because there are potential incidental matters to a divorce, which could include, child custody, child support, spousal support (permanent and temporary), & community property to name a few, I would highly recommend that you contact a... Read more »

If you have a lawyer, then please ask this to your lawyer----your lawyer is in the best position to know and answer your question. There are different ways of obtaining a divorce depending on each person's situation and some of them would require you to be present in court; others do not.... Read more »

You need to review the order/judgment signed by the presiding Judge and see if it answers the questions you are asking. If it says that he is responsible for some of these costs, then yes, he is responsible. If the wording is vague then you should consult with a family law attorney in your... Read more »

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 »

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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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

No---because there may be issues/incidental matters involving the breakup of the marriage you do not have to live separate and apart before filing divorce, however, the time period required for living separate and apart for an uncontested divorce (180 days of living separate and apart if all... Read more »

Any credible evidence can be used to prove income. It's important, however, to make sure that the evidence you have is admissible under the Louisiana Rules of Evidence. You should consult with an attorney familiar with custody and child support cases to make sure you have what you need.

If your mother had a will, then it largely depends on the wording in your mother's will as to what she says would happen to your mother's portion should your mother (or any child) pre-decease her. I recommend taking a copy of the will to a probate/succession attorney in your area and... Read more »

Start with an attorney who focuses on "successions." You'll need to know whether your brother died with a will or without a will. You'll also need to talk with your brother's children and find out what's going on with them.

You can check the clerk of court in... Read more »

You need to talk in depth with your realtor, your mortgage broker, and your title attorney. They are fully capable of getting you the outcome you desire. A family law attorney can help illustrate the possible outcomes.

As a short-and-dirty answer to this question: "I'm married... Read more »

In Louisiana, a conservatorship is called an interdiction. When an interdiction is granted, the court appoints a curator (or curatrix if female) and an undercurator. Usually, the undercurator would file something informing the court that the curator is no longer capable of serving; however, any... Read more »

I am sorry for your loss. A succession will have to be open to pass the decedent's estate onto his heirs----in this instance, since there is no will, who receives the estate is based on Louisiana law. Further, depending on the solvency of an estate, sometimes it may be advised to hold off on... Read more »