Child support costs are not always permanent. In Louisiana, a parent may request a modification when there has been a notable change in their child's or their own circumstances. If your financial situation or your child’s needs have changed, you may seek the court’s...
You may already serve as the steady adult in a child’s life. As a grandparent, aunt or older sibling, you might take a child in after a parent’s loss or instability. That change could offer relief for the child, but it may also raise a hard question: how do you make...
Navigating a custody dispute can be a stressful experience. Understanding common mistakes can help you protect your relationship with your child and improve your chances of a favorable outcome. Using your child as a messenger When you ask your child to deliver...
Child custody questions often come up when parents are not married in Louisiana. At first, the law does not treat both parents the same. This can affect who makes decisions and where the child lives. For many families, the first step is not custody itself but legal...
During a divorce, disputes can arise between you and your spouse when determining how to divide your property. Since Louisiana uses a community property system, it is important to learn how to distinguish community property and separate property. This is because...
If the other parent stops paying child support, it can leave you stuck covering everything on your own. In Louisiana, the law gives you ways to enforce the order and get payments back on track. Here’s what you need to know if support suddenly stops. The court can...
A juvenile case can begin with a knock, a call or a school meeting. Soon after, questions tend to surface. Parents often ask what records now exist, who can see them and whether those records may follow their child later. In Louisiana, juvenile courts often treat case...
Retirement savings often hold the greatest value in a divorce. Couples build these accounts over many years and these funds can shape financial stability long after the marriage ends. Because of this, Louisiana courts closely review how to divide 401(k)s, pensions,...
Child custody cases can feel stressful, and parents often worry about what is best for their child. One effective way to support your case is by collecting clear, organized records. These documents show your ability to provide stability, consistent care, and a safe,...
One phone call can transport you to a different world. It is a world with its own unfamiliar language—“delinquent acts” instead of “crimes,” and “adjudications” instead of “trials.” This is the Louisiana juvenile justice system, and for a parent, it is one of the most...
