Can I get a divorce even when I don’t know where my spouse is currently living?
Louisiana law allows you to proceed with a divorce even if you do not know the current address of your spouse. First, attempt to locate your spouse. Contact family members, friends, former coworkers, or anyone else who might know your spouse’s whereabouts. Utilize resources on the Internet that are designed
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
Betsy A. Fischer Has Been Nominated and Accepted as 2016 AIOFLA’S 10 Best in Louisiana For Client Satisfaction
I was recently honored for being one of the "10 Best" in Client Satisfaction. Here is the press release: The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Louisiana’s Family Law Attorney Betsy A. Fischer as 2016 10 Best Family Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute
I am afraid to meet with a lawyer because I am terrified my spouse will find out and get violent. What should I do?
I am afraid to meet with a lawyer because I am terrified my spouse will find out and get violent. What should I do? Schedule an initial consultation with an attorney who is experienced in working with domestic violence victims. When you schedule the appointment, let the firm know your situation
I’m afraid my abusive spouse will try to hurt me and/or our children if I say I want a divorce. What can I do legally to protect myself and my children?
I’m afraid my abusive spouse will try to hurt me and/or our children if I say I want a divorce. What can I do legally to protect myself and my children? Develop a plan with your safety and that of your children as your highest priority. In addition to meeting with
If I can’t afford to pay the full amount of the retainer, can I make monthly payments to my attorney?
If I can't afford to pay the full amount of the retainer, can I make monthly payments to my attorney? Every law firm has its own policies regarding payment arrangements for divorce clients. Often these arrangements are tailored to the specific client. Most attorneys will require a substantial retainer to be
Will my attorney accept my divorce case on a contingency fee basis?
Will my attorney accept my divorce case on a contingency fee basis? No. A contingency fee is one that only becomes payable if your case is successful. In Louisiana, lawyers are prohibited from entering into a contingent fee contract in any divorce case. Your lawyer may not accept payment based upon
After our divorce is final, can the property agreement be modified?
After our divorce is final, can the property agreement be modified? In Louisiana, the divorce judgment can be granted without a property settlement taking place. Once you have reached a property settlement, the provisions in your property settlement agreement dealing with the distribution of your assets and debts are not modifiable.
What is a property settlement agreement?
What is a property settlement agreement? A property settlement agreement is a written document that includes all of the financial agreements you and your spouse have reached in your divorce. This may include the division of property, debts, child support, alimony, insurance, and attorney fees. The property settlement may be a separate
What does date of valuation mean?
What does date of valuation mean? Because the value of assets can go up or down while a divorce is pending, it can be necessary to determine a set date for valuing the marital assets. This is referred to as the date of valuation. You and your spouse can agree on