Special Rate for Affidavit of Domicile
For the month of August 2024 an Affidavit of Domicile signing is only $20. This is a document required by the Terrebonne Parih School Board (TPSB in Houma, Louisiana) to verify an alternative address for children who, along with thier parents (or parent), are living at another person’s address…usually a friend or family member. A […]
Rebuilding Stronger: SBA Loans for Louisiana Homeowners After Hurricane Ida
Terrebonne Parish Courthouse, Houma, Louisiana Natural disasters can be devastating, leaving homeowners in Louisiana grappling with the daunting task of rebuilding their lives and homes. In the aftermath of hurricanes, the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a lifeline to affected homeowners through its loan programs. In this blog post, we will explore the SBA loans […]
The Unique Legal Landscape of Louisiana: Exploring Civil Law Notaries
Old boat along La Hwy 1 Barataria Bay near Grand Isle Louisiana When it comes to legal systems, Louisiana stands apart from the rest of the United States. Known as the only state that follows a civil law system, derived from the Napoleonic Code, Louisiana boasts a rich legal heritage with its own set of […]
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Temporary Child Custody by Provisional Mandate
Temporary Child Custody In Louisiana, a provisional mandate for TEMPORARY custody is a legal document that allows a person to temporarily assume the care and custody of a child for a period of no more than one year. A notary CAN’T change court Mandates You must have full & clear custody of a child in […]
Can a family member act as a witness for my signature/document?
You may have been asked to sign a document requiring witnesses. Easy enough, right? Get the fam together at run by the notary! Not so quick. While it’s not illegal to have a loved one sign as your witness, it’s not always a good idea, not always acceptable, and it’s better to err on the […]
Affidavit of Domicile
If you are temporarily living with a friend or relative and need to enroll your child in school, you may be required to sign an “Affidavit of Domicile”, Signing the affidavit before a Louisiana notary carries a similar weight to making the statement before a judge. Lying on this document could mean fines or even […]
What is an Affidavit
Have you ever heard of an affidavit? It’s a legal document that can be used in a variety of situations, from court cases to insurance claims. Essentially, it’s a written statement that is sworn to be true and can be used as evidence in legal proceedings. But did you know that providing false information in an affidavit can have serious consequences? If you’re curious to learn more about what an affidavit is, how it’s used, and why it’s important to be truthful when making one, keep reading!
Louisiana Law, Notaries, and Napoleonic Code
Louisiana is unique in the United States in that it operates under a civil law system, rather than the common law system used by the other 49 states. This is because Louisiana was at one time a French colony, and its legal system is based on the Napoleonic Code, which was adopted by France in […]