Emergency Custody
Urgent legal action when your child’s safety cannot wait.
Securing emergency custody is crucial when a child faces immediate danger. At James & Bradley Law Firm, we assist clients in Covington, Tangipahoa, Franklinton, Slidell, St. Tammany, and Washington Parish in obtaining emergency custody orders to protect their children from harm.
When your child’s safety cannot wait.
Securing emergency custody is crucial when a child faces immediate danger. At James & Bradley Law Firm, we assist clients in Covington, Tangipahoa, Franklinton, Slidell, St. Tammany, and Washington Parish in obtaining emergency custody to protect their children from harm.
Emergency custody grants a parent or guardian temporary legal custody when a child is at risk due to:
- 01Domestic violence.
- 02Neglect or abandonment.
- 03Substance abuse in the household.
- 04Immediate danger to the child’s well-being.
- 05Unsafe living conditions or exposure to criminal activity.
- 06Parental incapacitation due to illness, incarceration, or other factors.
The five steps to secure custody
Our Covington-based family law attorneys work quickly to secure emergency custody for parents and guardians in Tangipahoa, Franklinton, St. Tammany, Slidell, and Washington Parish. We gather necessary evidence, file petitions, and represent you in court to obtain emergency custody.
- 01
Submit a petition
Submit a petition to the Louisiana family court in your jurisdiction.
- 02
Present evidence
Present evidence proving immediate harm to the child.
- 03
Attend the court hearing
Attend a court hearing where the judge will determine if temporary custody is necessary.
- 04
Work with an attorney
Work with an attorney to strengthen your case and expedite the process.
- 05
Follow-up proceedings
Follow up with legal proceedings to establish long-term custody arrangements if necessary.
We understand that time is of the essence in emergencies. Our legal team acts fast to secure protective measures for at-risk children, ensuring their best interests remain the top priority. If your child is in danger, don’t wait. Contact James & Bradley Law Firm immediately for legal assistance in securing emergency custody.
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