At first glance, New Orleans residents might not think that taxes have much to do with divorce. Yes, couples who are going through a divorce but have not finalized the proceeding may have to decide their filing status. Generally, though, each person will be...
A couple’s finances during their marriage can be complicated, and this does not necessarily change if they divorce. There may be times when one spouse earns significantly more or less than the other. If this is the case, the court may order the higher-earning spouse...
For those with children who are thinking about divorce, the idea of co-parenting can be daunting. This is, especially true if one of the reasons for the divorce is disagreements over parenting. However, regardless of those disagreements, unless there are abuse...
Dividing assets can present one of the most stressful issues in a Louisiana divorce. Louisiana is a community property state, which means everything acquired during the marriage is considered the joint property of both spouses. This may seem straightforward in theory,...
In many Louisiana marriages, one spouse helping the other advance and improve themselves is frequently part of the terrain. This is in addition to sharing the costs for a home, the necessities like food and clothing and raising a family. If the primary breadwinner is...
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, there may be a lot of finger-pointing when it comes to determining who is to blame for the demise of your relationship. The good news is that in states that allow no-fault divorce, like Louisiana, you do not...
If a couple in Louisiana wants to end their marriage, they will want to know all their options for doing so. Louisiana recognizes two types of divorce: a 102 divorce a 103 divorce. The following is a basic overview of these two divorce options. What is a 102 divorce?...
Many people in New Orleans and around the country have been facing financial challenges, and do not want to take on extra, unnecessary expenses. When it comes to daily activities, many will try to make ends meet by prioritizing only the most essential needs. Trying to...
Domestic abuse is a common feature of household lives in today’s America. According to national studies, 95% of all abuse victims are women. Over 50% of all women will experience physical violence in an intimate relationship, and most sadly of all, for 24%-30% of...
Many decisions are required when a marriage ends. Financial planning sometimes becomes forgotten during this time even though a divorce may have more impact on a spouse’s finances than all other events in their lives. Sound planning can help reduce some of the...