Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana

I was divorced in Louisiana and custody awarded to my ex wife. Hurricane Katrina displaced them to her home state of Florida and they never returned to Louisiana. I have since moved to Florida and my son now lives with me. To be legally the custodial parent, do I have to file in Louisiana or can it be done in Florida?


Asked on 6/14/10, 10:34 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Andrew Casanave Andrew M. Casanave

Since the child now lives in Florida that is the most appropriate state.

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Answered on 6/14/10, 3:58 pm
Nick Pizzolatto, Jr. Pizzolatto Law Office

I suggest you file in Florida and attach a certified copy of the original Judgment with the request for the court to take Jurisdiction and award you domiciliary status, or sole custody as appropriate.

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Answered on 6/14/10, 4:20 pm


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