Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Lafayette Parish, Louisiana:
- Where to file for child custody in Lafayette Parish
- How to find or contact the Lafayette Parish Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Lafayette Parish child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
In Lafayette Parish, child custody is handled by the 15th Judicial District Court
NAME OF COURT
15th Judicial District Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Lafayette Parish Courthouse
800 South Buchanan
Lafayette, LA 70701-6853Court Clerk's Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2009
Lafayette, LA 70502
Court Clerk's Website:
http://www.lafayetteparishclerk.com/
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding court holidays
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Lafayette Parish Child Custody Forms & Fees
Louisiana Child Custody Forms Used in Lafayette Parish
https://www.lsba.org/Public/Fi
Lafayette Parish Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford Lafayette Parish court filing fees, contact the court clerk's office or the Lafayette Bar Association's Counsel on Call Program for information about a fee waiver or deferral.
Get Help With Louisiana Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Lafayette Parish Family Court Self-Help Materials
Louisiana Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Lafayette Parish Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Lafayette Parish Child Custody Lawyers
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