How quick can I get divorced from my spouse in Louisiana?
People come into my office wanting their divorce as soon as possible. How quickly a person gets divorced in Louisiana depends on if you meet the time requirements. There are a number of time requirements for getting a divorce in Louisiana. Either you or your spouse must have been a resident
Words that you may hear attorneys say in a divorce or custody case and what do they mean?
Many times you will hear your attorney say some words relevant to your court case and you have no idea what they mean. I have put together a glossary of words and their definitions. Affidavit: A written statement of facts made under oath and signed before a notary public. Affidavits are
My spouse is hiding income and assets and we are getting divorced. How can I get documents showing the hidden money?
The Discovery Process Discovery is one of the least talked about steps in divorce, but it is often one of the most important. The discovery process enables you and your spouse to meet on a more level playing field when it comes to settling your case or taking it to trial.
My divorce should be cheap. Why does it cost so much?
Although you think your divorce should only cost $100, there are many factors that impact how much a divorce will cost? Although it is difficult to predict how much legal fees will be, the following are some of the factors that affect the cost: • Whether there are children • Whether child custody
Confusion over attorney fees? Do you understand how your attorney is charging you?
Do you understand how your attorney is charging you? How will you know how the fees and charges are accumulating? Be sure your written fee agreement with your attorney is completely clear about how you will be informed regarding the status of your account. If your attorney agrees to handle your divorce for a
What are the typical hourly rates for a divorce lawyer?
What are typical hourly rates for a divorce lawyer? In Louisiana, attorneys who practice in the divorce area charge from $150 per hour to more than twice that rate. The rate your attorney charges may depend upon factors such as skills, reputation, experience, exclusive focus on divorce law, and what other
How much does it cost to get a divorce?
How much does it cost to get a divorce? The cost of your divorce will depend upon many factors. It is impossible for your attorney to predict the cost of your divorce. Each divorce is unique to each couple’s situation. Some attorneys perform divorces for a flat fee, but most charge
My spouse has told me she will never “give” me a divorce. Can I get one in Louisiana anyway?
My spouse has told me she will never “give” me a divorce. Can I get one in Louisiana anyway? Yes. Louisiana does not require that your spouse agree to a divorce. If your spouse threatens to not “give” you a divorce, know that in Louisiana this is likely to be an
Am I still responsible for debt my spouse continues to accrue during the divorce proceedings?
It depends. In most cases the court will order each of the parties to be responsible for his or her own post-filing debts. In most cases, the date for dividing debt is the date the petition for divorce was filed.
I REALLY NEED A DIVORCE QUICKLY. WILL THE DIVORCE I GET IN ANOTHER COUNTRY BE VALID IN LOUISIANA?
I really need a divorce quickly. Will the divorce I get in another country be valid in Louisiana? If both you and your spouse regard Louisiana as your true home and you both intend to remain in the state, a divorce from another state or country will not be valid. If