Couples face many uncertainties when they decide to file for divorce. It is difficult to predict who will claim primary custody of the children, who will keep the current home, or what will happen to the family business. Depending on the nature of your business, some...
How do courts determine the “best interests of the child?”
Cooperation between parents may prove difficult during a divorce. In addition, custody decisions may put parents on edge through the court process. It may help to understand how the court thinks when it comes to deciding custody. One of the standards used by Louisiana...
Are mothers favored in custody battles?
Traditionally, family court judges presiding over divorce cases in Louisiana tended to grant sole child custody to mothers. A lot of people think this is still the practice today. But this is a myth. As in every other state, Louisiana's custody laws require that the...
Who gets the house in divorce?
You may have a lot of great memories in your family home. Even though you and your spouse have decided to divorce, you want to keep this home. It will offer your children stability amid the divorce and give you stability and comfort too. Yet, will you get your house...
Why joint custody may be best for your children
Divorce represents one of the most difficult times in any parent’s life. If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, the biggest concern for both of you is likely how your divorce affects your children. Regardless of your children's ages, the break-up of...
Can grandparents seek custody?
When parents are unable to care for a minor child or the child’s parent limits contact with grandparents, the grandparents may desire custodial rights. In Louisiana, grandparents can request legal custody or visitation only under specific circumstances. If you are a...
An overview of Louisiana law regarding Spousal Support
Louisiana couples debating whether to seek a divorce often wonder if either of them will be entitled to spousal support, commonly called "alimony" by those in other states or formerly in Louisiana. The answer depends on the parties' financial situations and their...
When do parents get divorced?
When you and your spouse got married and had children, you may not have expected to get divorced. However, sometimes life changes in unexpected ways. If you are considering a divorce this summer, you are likely not alone. Research from the University of Washington...
Legal requirements for adoptions in Louisiana
When residents of Louisiana contemplate adopting a child, they usually give primary consideration to the evaluations that will be performed. While these evaluations are usually the key to a successful adoption application, those considering adopting a child should...
How does divorce impact retirement for older couples?
The divorce rate has been falling in our country for a few decades. But one age group is actually divorcing at a higher rate. Divorces between couples over the age of 50 have more than doubled in just 25 years. When older couples that have been together for a long...
