In Louisiana how can I give my brother and his wife temporary custody of my child while I go out of town? Are lawyers necessary?

You can do a Custody by Mandate which is good for up to a year. It could be renewed as many times as needed. It is a simple notarial document...

Can I file for sole custody if I have proof that the other parent is saying bad things about me to my kids?

You can file for sole custody but are unlikely to get it based upon the information you have provided. You could file for contempt of court for...

Would it help to get a police report with the texts when he is harassing me, calling me names etc.

Filing a police report for texts would not help you in a custody case. Custody is about the child, not you and the child's father. You only want...

How do I find out if my deceased dad has a will or life insurance or any open bank accounts? Georgia resident.

You may want to contact the local Veterans Affairs office to see what vererans benefits you may be entitled to. They may be able to let you know...

How much is it to file for divorce while my spouse is in jail?

It depends upon where he is being held and how much court cost are going to be. You may be able to file in a way that defers court cost until...

My father just passed away & he didn't have a will. Who would be the executor of the estate?

You can file a simple petition for possession which puts you and your sister in possession of the property without an administration. Contact a...

You have to have some actual fear of a threat of harm from the person. It does not appear that you have indicated any actual harm or threat of...

Can I have her split up the land now?

Depends upon what the will states. Probably what each will receive is an undivided interest in the property. You would then need to survey the...

Do i have to appear in court?

Not for the motion for final divorce.

Once i take my son's father to court what is the likelihood i will get full joint custody?

It depends upon the reasons he has refused the visitations. You should ask for specific visitation that is not at the whim of the father.