Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana

How long do i have to stay separated from my spouse before we file for divorce? We have 2 children age 14 and 6


Asked on 5/09/12, 4:44 am

2 Answer from Attorneys
Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas Mandie Seale Lucas

In a civil code 102 divorce, you file for divorce, wait six months then have the judgment granted. This allows you to solve custody and support issues prior to the divorce. In a civil code 103 divorce, a petition for divorce is filed after six months of separation.

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Answered on 5/16/12, 3:41 pm


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