If you examine divorce rates and compare them to the age at which couples got married, clear trends emerge. For instance, those who marry at a young age, such as 18 or 19, tend to have some of the highest divorce rates. The risk of divorce then consistently decreases...
Many couples who get divorced have been living together for years or even decades. They likely will not spend much time thinking about the residency requirements because they already satisfy them and can simply move forward with filing for divorce. However, it is...
When you and your spouse file for divorce, one of the most significant aspects of property division is deciding what to do with your home. If you already own the home outright, it is considered a marital asset. One of you may keep it — typically by trading other...
High-asset divorces in Louisiana present unique challenges due to the complexity and value of the assets involved. The financial stakes and intricate legal issues often make these cases more challenging to navigate. Here’s a closer look at some of the primary factors...
When parents are getting divorced, it’s important for them to know how to talk to their children. There are certain steps they can take to help this conversation go smoothly, which can assist with the transition. It often makes the divorce process much easier for the...
Because Louisiana is a community property state, there are different strategies to use to walk away from marriage with all you need to begin a new life. In some cases, couples wind up fighting over their real estate. In particular, who gets the family home and the...
Most individuals focus on assets during the property division phase of a divorce, perhaps because they are easy to identify and evaluate. However, it’s equally important to consider and address debts that may also be subject to division, such as joint credit card...
Financial difficulties are often silent killers of marriages. Money is often a topic of discussion and argument in any marriage. Because of the financial issues in your marriage, you may be considering divorce. You may be wondering if that is the right choice. Here...
One of the reasons a woman might divorce is to achieve more financial independence and equality. While some women already have that in their marriage, others certainly do not. While divorce could help a woman with this goal achieve it, one study published by the...
If your spouse doesn’t want to get divorced, they may be tempted to ignore the divorce petition. They’ll just ignore the paperwork that you give to them, not taking any steps to respond appropriately and move forward with the legal process. Some people believe that...