I would slightly disagree with the previous answer. Things can get messy if you simply show up demanding physical custody of your kids from...

Would this be considered parent abandonment as case for court?

He has abandoned your family, without question. Abandonment, as that term is used in custody cases, may be a little different. Nevertheless, all...

Move out of state with kids, when kids father already lives out of state.

The relocation laws most likely still apply. There is nothing in the statute that changes the applicability of the laws if the defendant lives...

How do I a US citizen divorce my French husband?

His citizenship does not matter. Louisiana can grab jurisdiction based upon your domicile. You can file for divorce here. The only dilemma will...

Separated from husband since 2013, has a suit against Workers Comp. If awarded monies, am I legally entitled to any of it?

This gets tricky. Most, if not all, worker's compensation settlements are designed to compensate the injured worker for lost income. Income of a...

I am considering divorce, married for 3 years, 2 children. I am in medical field, my wife does not work. I have h/o alcoholism

It is typically best to make every effort at a compromise or settlement for custody/visitation. If negotiations fail, your dependency issues will...

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Separate or divorce

There are statutes to protect you from further abuse. These statutes may also allow you to obtain a divorce quicker than the required delay. ...

Is getting a divorce in Louisiana under the article 103 expensive?

It can be done for under $600, depending on court costs.

Are all divorce lawyers expensive?

There are procedural rules and civil code articles that cover all of the issues you have listed. Your case involves all of the major divorce...

Can I still get child support of I'm not legally separated or divorced yet?

Yes, generally speaking you can file for custody and/or child support without filing for divorce.