Divorce Petition Publication Steps

Summary

To file a divorce petition by publication in Louisiana, follow these steps: file a Petition for Divorce, request a Judgment of Default by Publication, post the notice in the official journal for 30 days, and submit proof of publication to the court. For a default judgment, reasons may include the spouse being missing or refusing to sign papers. Amend your original divorce petition to include new information about abandonment and property issues. Consult a local attorney for precise guidance.

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I need to know what to do to file a petition to the courts to have a divorce placed in the newspaper and Livingston Parish, Walker, LA *
Hello ****, in Louisiana, legal notices like divorce announcements are typically published in the official journal of the parish. Here are the steps:
*. File a Petition for Divorce with the court.
*. Ask the court for a "Judgment of Default by Publication."
*. Post the notice in the official journal for 30 days.
*. Submit proof of publication to the court.
Please consult with a local attorney for precise guidance.
How do you “ask the court”
To "ask the court", you need to file a motion or request. This is a written document submitted to the court stating your request and the reasons behind it. It's advisable to consult a local attorney for accurate guidance.
so can you guide me step-by-step how to ask the court for adjustment of default by publication and just walk me through step-by-step exactly how to go about filling it out and what all it should pertain or what all reasons are legit to be on that document
Here are general steps for filing a motion for default judgment by publication:
*. Draft your motion with your reasons for seeking default judgment.
*. Attach any necessary evidence.
*. File the motion with the court clerk.
*. Send a copy to the other party.
*. Attend a hearing if required.
Legal advice is location-specific, please consult with a local attorney.
What are the general reasons for seeking default judgment?
General reasons for seeking a default judgment may include:
*. Non-response to a lawsuit by the other party.
*. Failure of the other party to appear in court.
*. The other party not defending the case.

Please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
What if it is for a divorce
In a divorce case, reasons for seeking default judgment by publication may include:
*. Spouse is missing or whereabouts are unknown.
*. Spouse does not respond to the divorce petition.
*. Spouse refuses to sign divorce papers.
Remember it's important to consult with a local attorney.
OK so I need you to walk me through how to go about writing up a default document by publication for divorce and both number one the best is missing or whereabouts are unknown and number three the spouse refuses to sign divorce papers should I do both or just one of those And can you tell me what motion to file in Livingston Parish for what website to go to that has self help?
To create a default document by publication for divorce:
*. Mention both reasons: spouse is missing and spouse refuses to sign papers.
*. File a "Motion for Service by Publication".
*. For self-help, visit Louisiana Law Help website (www.louisianalawhelp.org).
*. Consult with a local attorney for advice.
Remember, laws vary by location.
if when I filed for divorce, I did not put in the divorce that my wife had abandoned the home and the children, yet she is on the deed for the house. How do I go about having her removed so that I can purchase a new house for me and my children.
In Louisiana, you can file a "Petition to Partition" to divide the property. The court will typically order the property sold and the proceeds divided. Consult a local attorney for specific guidance.
if my wife abandoned the house and has been gone for seven months and has not been back to see the kids, should I re-file for divorce or is there something that I can do to let the courts know that she abandoned the family and the family home I did not Know that I could file under these reasons when I filled
You may not need to re-file for divorce. Instead, you could file a motion to amend your original divorce petition to include the new information about abandonment. Consult with a local attorney for specific advice.
what is it called when you file to amend your original divorce petition other different motions for that?
The process of changing your original divorce petition is called "Amending the Divorce Petition". The specific motion you would file is typically called a "Motion to Amend the Petition for Divorce". Please consult with a local attorney for precise guidance.
When amending the divorce petition do I need to add in there about taking her off the deed of my home, and removing myself from the vehicles that I bought her, considering that I cannot find her nor the vehicle and I heard that the vehicle is being used as collateral for her to buy drugs
Yes, you should generally include any changes in circumstances in your "Motion to Amend the Petition for Divorce". This includes property and vehicle matters. Final property division should be addressed during divorce proceedings. Please consult with a local attorney for precise guidance.