There is an urban legend that suggests half of all marriages in Louisiana will eventually come to an end. However, the truth is that no one knows what the true divorce rate in the United States is. This is because there are different methods that researchers have used...
Divorce
How divorce is different for LGBTQ couples
New data suggests that lesbian couples are more likely to get divorced than same-sex male couples. If you're a Louisiana resident and need to know more about family law as it pertains to same-sex marriages, here is some important information to consider. Divorce rates...
The benefits of a post-marital agreement
As the divorce cases are rising in Louisiana, most married couples are deciding on writing post-marital agreements. Also known as a postnuptial agreement, a post-marital agreement is a legal document written to protect the assets and retirement benefits of each spouse...
How to legally protect your assets from your spouse
If you're thinking about getting married in Louisiana, writing a prenuptial agreement is a great way to protect your assets in the event of a divorce. However, you might not be ready to disclose your assets to your spouse. Unfortunately, it's impossible to write a...
Financial infidelity is on the rise
It's no secret that money problems are one of the leading causes of divorce. For many couples, that includes financial infidelity. While marital infidelity is more widely discussed, financial infidelity, where one partner hides accounts or spending habits from the...
Finance professionals can help in the divorce process
Louisiana residents who have decided to pursue a divorce might wonder how to approach the division of property. Negotiating who gets what in a divorce can be a difficult process that might be further complicated when emotions are involved. A professional who might...
What to know about alimony in Louisiana
Alimony is an important topic that is often tied to the divorce process. Also called spousal support, alimony is the payment of money from one party to a divorce to the other. Different jurisdictions have different rules about how alimony may be awarded, and Louisiana...
Child custody: requesting modification in Louisiana
The decisions you made about child custody during your divorce are usually based upon your circumstances at that time in your life. You may have been supportive of your former spouse having physical custody of your child, but now, a few years down the road, your...