Kids and Vaccinations – Which Parent Gets to Make the Decision?
After a divorce, both parents may not have the same decision-making rights they had during the marriage. A parent’s future right to make decisions on behalf of their child is subject to a family law court’s determination that it is in the best interests of the child. The judge will
Supervised Visitations in Louisiana – What to Know
When it comes to child custody cases, the Louisiana courts assume it is healthier and more beneficial for both parents to have shared custody of a child or for the non-custodial parents to exercise their rights to visitation or temporary custody of their children. But there are times when temporary custody
How are Spousal Support Payments Decided in Louisiana?
There are many questions and concerns that are brought up during a divorce. This includes, but is certainly not limited to: Who gets the house? How do we divide assets? If there are children, how is custody split? Does one person have to pay spousal support or alimony? These questions will
My Spouse Wants the Kids for Christmas But This Isn’t Their Year
Holidays are a time for family and sharing in tradition. However, when divorce is involved, there can be additional, unwanted stress. The parents may have worked out a visitation schedule, but then the holidays come around, and both parents would like to see their children on Christmas. When dealing with unscheduled
Romantic Partner or a Roommate – Will Either Affect Alimony Payments?
While having a romantic partner will not automatically terminate your alimony, living as a married couple will. After alimony is awarded in a divorce, there are several factors that can impact the amount or duration of spousal support. How is Alimony Awarded in Louisiana? Alimony in Louisiana is court-ordered spousal support. Under
You Have Pets, But Who Gets Them in The Divorce?
Paul had not shed a single tear as the process of his divorce churned on. Then, his ex-wife hit him where it really hurt; she took the 59-year-old’s dogs and told him he could no longer see them. It was torture for Paul, and he broke down and wept. Paul had
Revocable and Irrevocable Trust – The Key Differences in Louisiana
Trusts are created to protect and manage assets - which makes them a handy tool to use in estate planning. But not all trusts are created equally. Trusts that can be modified or terminated do not have the same legal effect as trusts that cannot be changed. Understanding the differences
What Rights do Grandparents Have in a Louisiana Child Custody Case?
In 2008, Frances Cain of Baton Rouge received a call from the Louisiana Department of Family & Child Services (DCFS), asking her if she could take custody of her grandchildren. Both their parents were in prison, and no other family member would take them. Picturing a future where the grandchildren
Child Support and an Incarcerated Parent in Louisiana – What You Need to Know
Child support and custody laws in Louisiana and across the country adhere to one basic principle: all stakeholders and the law must be geared towards the child’s best interest. An incarcerated parent or guardian must be liable for child support payments to promote the child’s wellbeing. However, Louisiana law also
My Future Spouse Doesn’t Want a Prenup
Planning for a wedding sometimes keeps couples so busy they forget to plan their future lives together. When so much more is at stake besides a single day of ceremony and fun, it can be tempting to think of a prenup as a romance killer. Many people object to planning