Military divorces aren’t quite the same as civilian cases, even though divorce is treated as a civil matter. There are special factors to consider in a military divorce, such as how temporary duty assignments might impact child custody decisions or if the length of...
Family Law
Year: 2021
How are businesses valued in divorce?
If you are getting divorced and are a business owner, it’s important that the business is properly assessed and given a value. By doing this, it’s possible to determine the parts of the business that are marital property or separate property and to determine the true...
Is my spouse entitled to part of my business in the divorce?
Splitting up your biggest assets can cause a lot of conflict in your divorce. Each spouse will want their fair share of the property, and often both spouses want the same things. Bigger assets tend to lead to bigger conflicts between spouses. Retirement funds and...
5 things to know about divorce in Louisiana
If you are going to get a divorce in Louisiana, it’s important for you to understand some of the basics that may apply to your case. Louisiana is a community property state and has its own requirements for divorce including separation and waiting periods. Here are...
3 tips for helping your kids cope with your divorce
Divorce can be extremely difficult for the young ones in your family to process. Even though your marriage is heading for an imminent end, you want to do everything possible to minimize the negative consequences your kids experience. Here are three tips for helping...
What rights do fathers have during divorce?
You may assume that your children's mother will automatically receive primary custody after your divorce. But this is not the case, and the court will consider many factors when deciding on a custody arrangement and a plan for child support. Louisiana abides by...