I live in Prairieville, LA (Ascension Parish). Is there legal separation here or would I have to file for divorce?

The filing of a petition for divorce is the only way to unilaterally change the status of your martial property regime from community to separate. ...

In regards to child visitation, what is defined as a 5th weekend in LA?

There is no standard legal definition for a "fifth weekend" in Louisiana. The term would have to be interpreted in light of your specific custody...

How do I protect my rights.....

Agreements between spouses affecting the community property regime require court approval during the marriage. You would need to a lawyer to make...

You are legally entitled to file for joint and shared custody. The likelihood of success cannot be predicted, but, based on the facts stated in...

It would be very unusual for grandparents to be successful in blocking the relocation of a child who is in the custody of the sole surviving parent...

Is there anything I can do to be able to see my kids?

You say you have been separated from your "ex-wife" but that there is no legal documentation. That is contradictory. In order to have an...

My ex husband has been asking if our boys can move in with him and go to the school in his district. They are only 9 and 7.

It seems obvious from your question that you do not believe your ex-husband's request is in the best interest of the children. If you believe he...

My daughter is 14 and will be 15 in 4 months. At what age can she decide that she no longer has to go visit her father?

The preference of the child is one of the factors taken into account when determining child custody, and the older the child, the more likely that...

Do I need written permission to move my children to another state from louisiana

If you believe this move is in the best interest of the children, you should hire an attorney to help guide you through the relocation statutes...

What can happen to a 21 year old when he texted a 16 year old and the mother is pressing charges?

It might also depend on the frequency of the texts and whether they are alleged to be harassing. It will ultimately be up to the district attorney...