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Appealing a Justice of the Peace Court Eviction Judgment
Information about appealing an eviction judgment of a justice of the peace court, and sample petition for suspensive appeal by trial de novo.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)
How to Defend Yourself in an Eviction
Basic tips about defending yourself in an eviction lawsuit. There are also instructions for filing an Answer to an eviction suit and a sample Answer. The sample Answer is not a substitute for a lawyer's advice, and it is best to talk with a lawyer if you can before filing any court papers.
By: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services (New Orleans office)
Internet Sites for Legal Information
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List of online legal research and information resources, from the Law Library of Louisiana.
By: Law Library of Louisiana
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