Premarital agreements, also known as prenuptial agreements or “prenups” to use the informally shortened name, have become increasingly popular with engaged couples, especially if one or both spouses own significant assets. Just as these agreements have become more...
An uncontested divorce can be a potentially less unpleasant divorce process that may be available to divorcing couples under certain circumstances. It can save time, money and help the divorcing couple resolve their divorce more expeditiously. Divorcing couples...
Some people in New Orleans may stay in an unhappy marriage for years under the impression that it for the sake of the children. Other times people may be married for many years only to find that once they are empty-nesters or upon retirement that their ideals and...
Divorce can negatively affect people in Louisiana financially, and a study that appeared in "Sociological Science" found that it can hurt some children's access to education as well. This is often related to the reason for the divorce itself, a father's lack of...
Some Louisiana homeowners who are getting a divorce might want to buy out a spouse and keep the home. The first step in this process is getting the house appraised to determine how much equity is in it. This can be done most accurately with an appraiser, but it can be...
For most, divorce is an emotionally painful experience. However, it can be just as financially painful over the long term. A hidden pain that many ex-spouses suffer is a lower credit rating. Those in Louisiana going through a divorce should take steps to prevent this...
A family law commentator notes in a recent Forbes article that divorce can be “one of the most difficult transitions in life that a person may go through.” That’s obvious, right? And because marital dissolution profoundly signals a material change in circumstances, it...
While a divorce can feel exhausting, the work does not necessarily end when the final paperwork is signed and submitted. Estranged Louisiana couples may still have several other issues to address. For example, some people may need to change their name on their...
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin have become extremely popular among investors in Louisiana and around the country because they offer the promise of robust returns and operate outside the sphere of government regulators. However, the qualities that make them an...
While many Louisiana residents bemoan the effect of social media and online communications on children's psyches, some research indicates that these forms of communication can be highly beneficial to children whose parents are going through a divorce. Studies show...