I agree with both prior individuals who answered the question but would add the following. If a judge becomes ill, or otherwise unavailable, for...

You are still married until you are not married, i.e., until you are divorced or your spouse predeceases you. There are hazards associated with...

II did contact my civil court in new orleans and there was no divorce judgment and my attorney had relocated and her phone numb?

I would point out that is important that you resolve the issue of your failure to be divorced as soon as possible. Under the facts presented, you...

I agree with the prior responder. Judgments in Louisiana state court expire 10 years from the date that that are issued by the court. Prior to...

Assuming that your house is community property, then both of you own the house equally. However, if you have been paying the mortgage, taxes,...

What can I do if my ex-husbands lawyer hasn't released funfds do to me?

It seems to me that your one-half of the settlement funds would not have gone to the attorney of your former husband unless an agreement had been...

I suggest the following. When you exit your apartment, have a smartphone available and videotape any inappropriate behavior. Save this video for...

I agree with the previous two answers provided but would point out the following. A few years ago, the Louisiana legislature added a cause of...

If we go through mediation and agree on everything do we have to go to court?

To obtain a divorce in Louisiana, one has to file or respond to a judicial proceeding. You may have to go to court in person to obtain a divorce,...

Did my lawyer do this correctly?

Personally, I attempt to negotiate liens for my personal injury clients. I do not know if it is a responsibility to do so as the liens represent...