Received publication notice of dissolution of marriage in mail no service of divorce papers he is in Illinois I'm in Louisiana

You have to file your answer in the court in which he filed for the divorce. You can call the clerk of court and find out about his divorce suit. ...

What are the grandparents rights in Louisiana. I am the mother of a 13 yr. old who doesn't want to visit her grandparents.

In such a case the grandparents do have a right to seek and receive visitation. She can explain to the court why she does not want to visit but it...

What happens next?

Under the relocation law she must follow the procedure in the judgement. If you object to the move she must file a request with the court to allow...

Is it okay to move out at the age of 17 if you are pregnant?

Until you are 18 or emancipated you are still under the care of your parents. If you were married you would be emancipated but you would need their...

Adtoption of step children

Contact a local family law attorney. It is a simply procedure called an intra-family adoption. Cost depend on the attorney but normally would range...

Should I file a defense? Or should I simply bring my defense to court with me on February 6, 2014.

You are not required to file an answer. You should have witnesses at the hearing who can dispute the allegations in the petition.

My husband wants a divorce, we have a 4yr old, I know we must separate a yr, I'm not leaving my house.How does that get decided?

The court will set a hearing on custody and support generally when the divorce is filed if he ask for one. The issue of use of the house can also...

What are the chances of a father getting custody of an infant because he makes more money?

He can ask for primary custody but with a child of tender age he is not likely to get primary custody. The ability to provide the the physical...

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What is 'normal' or 'standard' response time amongst/between attys in divorce case?

There is no reason for the attorneys to hurry as they both know that the divorce can not be finalized until 180 from service, or May 24, 2014. ...

Strategic Default on a mortgage in Louisiana - Purchased ten years ago for $82,500; today appraised at $46,000. My problems?

You would be best served to see if you can get a purchaser and negotiate what is known as a "short sale" with the lender. Most lenders would be...