Legal Question in Family Law in Louisiana

does the unwed mother have automatic sole custody to the baby when it is born or does she have to file for it.


Asked on 3/13/12, 5:49 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Danielle mayer Attorney Office

Is the father's name on the birth certificate? The presumption and preference in LA is joint-custody.

Contact me at [email protected] if your interested in filing a custody plan with the court to protect your child and yourself.

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Answered on 4/05/12, 9:20 am


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