How does visitation go for an infant who is being breastfed?

In Louisiana there is not a clear cut legal answer to this question. Some judges are extremely devoted to the idea of 50-50 shared custody, even...

How do i have my name (the father) added to my sons birth certificate and change his last name to mine from his mothers maiden

In Louisiana, if the birth father and mother agree, the parties can both sign an Affidavit acknowledging Paternity, on a form available from the...

Does she have to go on visitations with her father if she doesn't want to? Is there also a such thing as a "big brother law"?

Court ordered visitation is not contingent on the child's preferences in Louisiana. There are many times that this arises when children become...

Can I have my case transfer to a other lawyer?

In Louisiana a client can fire his lawyer for any reason, or for no reason. If the lawyer has done work on your case, you may owe a fee or part...

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I need an attorney that fights against the state instead of working for them

Claims against a parent made through the Department of Children and Family Services can be difficult and require an attorney with experience in...

Does my son's biological father have to sign anything (rights) over for adoption since he's never been involved in 4 years?

In Louisiana, a biological father who has had no contact with their child since its birth four years ago will be deemed to waive his right to...

What do I need?

Your case would be called an "intrafamily adoption." In Louisiana a parent (your ex) may lose the right to consent (or withhold consent) to an...

What can I do to get full custody of my unborn son?

In Louisiana, a father who has not signed an affidavit of paternity with the mother's consent, or sued for filiation of a child, has very few...

Are they laws against mother in law trying to break up marrage

While Louisiana does not recognize a cause of action for "alienation of affection," certain actions could give rise to a claim for intentional...

Do I need a family law lawyer?

In Louisiana there is no minimum length of time for you to be married for your husband to qualify to adopt your minor child in an intrafamily...