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Dads Divorce - Free custody and alimony advice for men and fathers.

Providing essential divorce, alimony, custody and support information and resources to men at any stage of divorce.

Dec 07
2009

Ask a Lawyer: Resident

Posted by: Dads Divorce on Dec 7, 2009

Tagged in: Rules , Procedures , CO , Ask A Lawyer

Question:

I am inquiring about a divorce in Louisiana; however what constitutes a resident of Louisiana. I have never lived in Louisiana as I am in the Marines and wife currently lives there. I have changed my Home of Record to reflect residency in Louisiana and we have also purchased a home in Louisiana, does this constitute being a resident of Louisiana? And if so, am I eligible to file for divorce in Louisiana.

Answer:

Every state will have different residency requirements. I am not licensed in Louisiana so I cannot tell you the exact amount of time you must live there to qualify. It is usually enough that one party resides there for the requisite time period. Louisiana is different than most states. It is set up based on a civil code system (French). Most states base their legal system on the common law (English). For this reason I cannot stress enough how important it is that you consult an attorney in Louisiana

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