How long does my wife have to respond to the answer I filed in response to her divorce papers.

In a civil proceeding, once an answer is filed, if there is no discovery to be done, either party can ask for the matter to be set for trial. You...

My father recently passed away with his only asset being a checking account with a a value of $92,000.

You need to file a succession, especially considering the amount of money. If you have signature authority on the account, you could simply...

My wife filed for divorce, then her attorney dropped her. Where do I go from here?

If you filed an answer to her divorce you will have to request that it be set for trial. It will depend upon what type of divorce she filed as to...

You should consult a family law attorney in Caddo Parish. Cost will depend upon if a curator needs to be appointed for the non-custodial father. ...

How do i file for custody of my unborn child if i dont have money for a lawyer?

You can not file for custody of an unborn child. The child must be born before custody can be determined as well as paternity.

Will I be able to remain living in the family home, until sold, since my wife left because she is having an affair?

You can ask for use of the family home. Normally the parent that is granted primary custody of the minor children is granted use of the home since...

If the father has been granted visitation and custody rights by the court, then you must either abide by the judgment or file a rule to modify the...

In LA is there a waiting period between when you file for divorce & when they will grant the divorce w/ specific circumstances?

If you file under Article 103, and you file a waiver of service, you can enter the default the next day and confirm the default 2 clear days...

Does the father have to pay any child support in the state of louisiana if he has shared 50% custody?

Shared custody child support is calculated on a schedule just as joint custody child support is calculated. Shared custody uses a Schedule B form...

Im sixteen my dad has visitation rights on every other weekend and holiday since i am sixteen can i legally not go to his house

Until you are 18 you are under subject to your parents control. You do not have the legal right to make decisions regarding your own custody. You...