Will I be legally separated if I haven't seen my ex in 8 yrs?

Unless you entered into a covenant marriage, legal separation does not exist. You can file for divorce and in conjunction, file for custody.

After about 3 years, my non-biological child's unstable mom may not sign prov. cust. by mandate papers again. What can I do?

The previous answer is correct. You need to file pleadings and get a custody judgment.

Do I need a lawyer to go to court with me beings my baby's father hasn't payed child support in over a year?

You have to file a motion for contempt to get a court date. Then present your case in court. If you believe you can do so without a lawyer, you...

How do I get custody of my niece whom I had since she was 1 and now 7 years old?

You can get a revocable custody by mandate per year, without going to court. But, it is only good for a year and is revocable at the will of the...

Am i in trouble

This is a common scam. Do not pay the extortion. Call an attorney just in case the situation escalates.

How long do you have to be married in the State of Louisiana before you are entitle to any of his retirment?

Being married, while your spouse is earning retirement benefits, will give you a right to a percentage of the retirement, based on how much of the...

I was deep in addiction and signed over full custody to my brother . I want him back.

It sounds like you signed a custody by mandate, unless you went to court to give custody to your brother. Either way, you have a right to get your...

If i file a motion to set aside and dismiss the prosecution on an article 894 do i have to go to court for this?

You file a motion to dismiss and a court date is set. After dismissal you may be able to expunge the arrest and conviction.

Would this be considered child abandonment

If you are in a position to seek custody, you can file pleadings with the help of an attorney. You could alternatively contact DCFS.

If the home was purchased during the marriage it is community property, so you already own half. But, the act of donation can be drafted so that...