Divorce is multi-faceted. You may have many reasons why you and your ex can no longer stay married. However, if you have children, you will have to work together with your ex to raise them post-divorce. Parents who are on agreeable terms with one another can try...
Family Law
Family law and mediation in divorce proceedings
February is here and with it comes a rise in the number of engagements thanks in part to Valentine's Day being a popular time to get engaged. No one beginning the journey of engagement and marriage wants to consider the possibility of divorce, but even though the...
Family law professional can provide knowledge regarding finances
Divorce is a painful process that can lead to a new normal for both Louisiana parties involved. That new normal will most likely involve two households where once there was only one. Maintaining two households is typically more costly than maintaining one. Indeed, one...
January known as divorce month among family law professionals
Another new year and another January have arrived. With this comes the season of resolutions, contemplating new beginnings and considerations of divorce in Louisiana. January has become known as divorce month among some family law professionals because of the...
Family law and divorce differ vastly from days of yore
The Christmas holiday is past and the new year is upon us. With the advent of the new year will also come a bevy of divorce filings in Louisiana and elsewhere as people considering new beginnings may see divorce as an opportunity for a fresh start. Statistics show...
Family law professionals can help with child support issues
Reaching a divorce settlement in Louisiana when young children are involved can be a complicated undertaking. It can be facilitated with the assistance of a professional well-versed in family law. The settlement may include a child support order. While agreements may...
Family law professionals back budgeting when considering divorce
Having a budget enables a person to live and support a lifestyle with the means available. When two people marry, finances are typically combined to allow for a new budget that may provide a better standard of living than was enjoyed prior to the marriage. But what if...
Family law can help in achieving a new normal
Getting married promotes feelings of anticipation and hope for what one believes will be a bright and happy future with one's partner. The reality in Louisiana is that a significant number of marriages do end in divorce and many of those involve children. Family...
Views on stay-at-home parents and property division differ
Many Louisiana parents may give up more than they realize when they choose to stay at home with the kids rather than returning to work. However, they undoubtedly do not regret these sacrifices because they enjoy having the ability to personally care for their kids....
Helping children navigate complex family law matters
Divorce has a significant impact on the youngest members of the family, and Louisiana parents understand the importance of helping their kids walk through this process and navigate transitions. Family law matters can have a negative effect on the long-term mental and...