Deciding to end a marriage is one that spurs a monumental change in a person’s life. Depending on the route you take your divorce can be relatively simple, or it can be a long and arduous process. In Louisiana and some other states, spouses can either elect for a...
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Year: 2019
Consent counts when adopting a stepchild
Consent counts when adopting a stepchild Your spouse had a child before you married them, but now they’re your child too. The only thing you want to do is make your family official. Adopting a stepchild, known as intrafamily adoption in Louisiana, is the most common...
In a divorce, how is gross income defined for child support?
Louisiana couples who are getting a divorce will need to consider support issues. This includes child support and how it will be determined, what the supporting parent will be obligated to pay, and what the receiving parent will get. The key to a child support...
Louisianans dealing with child custody issues need legal help
Child custody is one of the most common reasons for disagreement when a Louisiana couple ends their marriage. There can be many justifications for each side to want to have custody of the child, but regardless of why, it is always critical for the parties to have...
Statistics show rise in divorces as summer concludes
Louisianans experiencing problems in their marriage are unlikely to correlate their decision with the time of year. However, statistics indicate that there are certain points in the year when people are more likely to divorce. There is evidence that one of those times...
People with unique income situations can face divorce challenges
For Louisiana residents with unique salary situations, getting a divorce creates a host of concerns regarding how their finances will be impacted. All divorces can be complicated, but for those in a corporate structure whose income is paid differently, it can create a...
Steps to protect finances when getting a divorce
For many Louisiana couples, the relationship deteriorates to the point where divorce is the only viable alternative. Regardless of the main reason for the divorce, there are many factors that must be considered as the process moves forward. One concern to address is...
Divorce doesn’t mean you’re a bad dad; child custody tips
When you decided to divorce, it didn't mean you were abdicating your obligations or responsibilities as a parent. Like all good fathers, you love your children and want what's best for them. As one of many Louisiana dads who know ahead of time that they're going to be...
Child custody determinations influence taxes under new laws
When Louisianans part ways as a couple, there will be a great number of issues that will be in dispute. Child custody is always a complex matter. Frequently, both parties will want to be the custodial parent. While the courts will determine custody and visitation...
What should I know about Louisiana protective orders?
It is unfortunate that some Louisiana residents must suffer from domestic violence. People confronted with this behavior will often be completely unaware of how they can go about putting a stop to it. While many might believe that legal intervention is ineffective, it...