Once your divorce is finalized, it can be hard for you to go back to the single life. This is especially true for people who have been married for decades. Here are some common mistakes that people make after getting a divorce in Louisiana. Isolating yourself One of the worst things you can do after… Continue reading Common mistakes after a divorce
Louisiana has what is known as a community property law. This means that family law judges in the Pelican States are required to divide marital estates equally when divorcing spouses are not able to reach an amicable property division agreement. However, only community assets are divided, and most assets that were acquired before the marriage… Continue reading Separate and community property in Louisiana
If you get divorced in Louisiana, your joint assets will be divided equally. This means that you may be required to part with equity in a home, a portion of a retirement account or a portion of a taxable investment portfolio. You may want to take a look at the potential tax consequences of ending… Continue reading The potential tax consequences of a divorce
Even if you are the one who made the decision to end your marriage in a Louisiana court, it doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t encounter any emotional challenges as you work toward a settlement with your spouse and lay the groundwork for a new lifestyle. Divorce prompts many changes in life, some of which can… Continue reading Try these 4 tips to help you cope with divorce
No matter what led to your decision to go separate ways, you and your spouse must resolve numerous issues before saying your final good-byes. If you have children together, it can take time to work out terms of a co-parenting plan, and you will have a property division settlement to contend with as well. It’s… Continue reading Full disclosure is a requirement in a Louisiana divorce
Social media outlets make it much easier to stay in constant contact with family members and friends, even during hectic times in life. If you are an avid social media user, you may find pleasure in being able to share pictures and stories of live events with those close to you with little more than… Continue reading Keeping a social media post from becoming a factor in divorce
When you recall your wedding day, you might experience mixed emotions. If you’ve been married 20 or more years, you might feel nostalgic or awestruck at how quickly time has passed. You might have pleasant memories about that day and the dreams you and your new spouse shared for your future together. If you’re currently… Continue reading Divorce: Do these issues apply to your situation?
Divorce is difficult even when it’s the best choice for everyone. The entire process can take a lot of time and energy, which can leave people feeling depleted. Even so, every part of the process is important, and there aren’t many, if any, shortcuts to getting through it. If you’re going through a divorce here… Continue reading How to take care of yourself during divorce
Are you one of many Louisiana parents who have recently filed or will soon be filing for divorce? Many people refer to January as “divorce month” because inquiries and petition filings typically spike an increase when a new year begins. Perhaps, you already sat down with your children and talked to them about your plans.… Continue reading What your kids may be thinking about your divorce
Perhaps, you felt a sense of relief when the judge issued the final decree for divorce this past summer. You and your children had high hopes for coming to terms with the situation and moving on in life together. Maybe you were even anticipating building new memories as well as continuing some of your old,… Continue reading Divorce plus holidays often equals stress
