Will My Lawyer Charge Me For The Time I Spend Talking About My Feelings, About My Spouse And About My Divorce?
If you are paying your attorney by the hour, expect to be charged for the time your attorney spends talking with you. In order to keep your attorney fees manageable, you may want to consider speaking with a close family member or friend about your feelings versus your attorney. Your
Not All Prenuptials Agreements May Be Valid
Louisiana couples who are about to wed may be thinking about creating a prenuptial agreement. If done correctly, the documents create outlines about how assets and liabilities are handled by both parties during marriage and, in the event of divorce, after marriage. However, there are number of issues that may
22 YEAR ANNIVERSARY
Today, I am celebrating the fact that 22 years ago I was sworn in as an attorney before the Louisiana Supreme Court. It has definitely been a busy 22 years. It has been a wonderful experience so far and I look forward to continuing this journey.
I’m The One Who Filed For Divorce, But I Still Have Loving Feelings Toward My Spouse And Feel Sad About Divorcing. Does This Mean I Should Dismiss My Divorce?
Strong feelings of caring about your spouse often persist after a divorce is filed. Whether or not to proceed with a divorce is a deeply personal decision. Although feelings can inform us of our thoughts, sometimes they can also cause us to not look at everything there is to see
I Know I Need Help To Cope With The Stress Of The Divorce, But I Can’t Afford Counseling. What Can I Do?
You are wise to recognize that divorce is a time for letting in support. You can explore a number of options, including: Meeting with a member of the clergy or lay chaplain Joining a divorce support group Turning to friends and family members Going to a therapist or divorce coach. If budget is a
I Am So Depressed About My Divorce That I’m Having Difficulty Getting Out Of Bed In The Morning To Care For My Children. What Should I Do?
Although feelings of sadness are common during a divorce, more serious depression means it's time to seek professional support. Feelings of depression or helplessness are common during a divorce. You may want to seek professional help. You also want to make sure that you identify any physical health concerns. Your health
Between Requests For Information From My Spouse’s Lawyer And My Own Lawyer, I Am Totally Overwhelmed. How Do I Manage Gathering All Of This Detailed Information By The Deadlines Imposed?
First, simply get started. Often the thought about a task is worse than than actually doing the task itself. Second, break it down into smaller tasks. Perhaps one evening you gather your tax returns and on the weekend you work on calculating your monthly living expenses. Third, ask for help. Ask that
I Am So Frustrated By My Spouse’s “Disneyland Parent” Behavior. Is There Anything I Can Do To Stop This?
Feelings of guilt, competition, or remorse sometimes lead a parent to be tempted to spend parenting time in trips to the toy store and special activities. These feelings can result in an absence of discipline in an effort to become the favored parent or to make the time "special." Shift your
My Youngest Child Seems Very Depressed About The Divorce, The Middle One Is Angry, And My Teenager Is Skipping School. How Can I Cope?
A child's reaction to divorce can vary depending upon his or her age and other factors. Some may cry and beg for a reconciliation, and others may behave inappropriately. You can reduce conflict with your spouse, continue to be a consistent and nurturing parent, and make sure you and your
I’m Unsure About How To Tell Our Children About The Divorce, And I’m Worried I’ll Say The Wrong Thing. What’s The Best Way?
There is no best way to tell your children. The age and development of your children will determine how you tell your children. Changes in your children's everyday lives, such as a change of residence or one parent leaving the home, are far more important to them than the reasons