Does adultery affect property division?
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhen people go through a divorce, emotions run high, especially when one spouse has committed adultery. But does that betrayal affect who gets what when it’s time to divide property? In Louisiana, adultery can influence parts of a divorce, but it doesn’t automatically change how marital assets are divided. The impact depends on the circumstances, […]
Strategic Timing: Why Filing for Divorce First Could Give You the Upper Hand
Reading Time: 3 minutesDoes it matter who files for divorce first in Louisiana? It may. If you are the first to file for divorce, you can maintain a little more control over the divorce process and may have more time to get your ducks in a row, financially and otherwise. And the person who files first sets the […]
How to file for divorce in the military
Reading Time: 4 minutesPlus: Unique legal challenges and considerations of military divorce in Louisiana For service members stationed at Louisiana’s military installations, such as Barksdale Air Force Base, Fort Johnson, or the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, understanding how to navigate the complexities of a military divorce is essential. Below, our Lake Charles divorce attorneys […]