Stanley-Wallace Law to Co-host Business After Hours

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  On November 8, 2018, Stanley-Wallace Law, along with Pontchartrain Investment Management and Taylor & Willis CPAs and Advisors, will be hosting a Business After Hours through the East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce.  Come see the newly renovated building, our offices and enjoy cocktails, beer, wine, food and networking.  We are so proud to… Read more »

Are Independent Contractors Eligible for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

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Employers are not required by state law to purchase coverage for independent contractors, but some employers misclassify employees as independent contractors in order to avoid payroll taxes and workers’ comp premiums. As independent contractors are not eligible for workers’ compensation coverage, some employers may even claim a worker was not an employee after they are… Read more »

Introducing Tubs! SWL’s In-House Service Dog

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Hello…   My name is Tubs and my mom, Amber Sheppard, says I’m a Labrador and a Bassett Hound mix. I have a lab head and what people refer to as “little tubby legs”. I also love to eat—can you tell how I got my name yet? Apparently, I’m an odd looking dog but my… Read more »

Kristen Stanley-Wallace Recognized as Member of Lawyers of Distinction

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Stanley-Wallace Law is excited to announce that Kristen Stanley-Wallace has been recognized as a member of Lawyers of Distinction.  We are happy to share the below press release:   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 17, 2018   The Lawyers of Distinction is pleased to announce that Kristen Stanley-Wallace of Slidell, Louisiana, has been confirmed as a… Read more »

Amber Sheppard Named May’s EYP Member of the Month

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We are so very proud to announce that our Of Counsel, Amber Sheppard has been awarded the East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Emerging Young Professional’s Member of the Month for May 2018.  See below for the announcement:   Meet our May Member of the Month ~~~Amber Shepperd~~~ Amber Sheppard is a lifelong Northshore native… Read more »

How Social Media Affects Marriage & Divorce

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  Did you know that social media has the power to drastically affect a couple’s marriage? It can easily become a catalyst for contention and, in some cases, can even lead to divorce down the road. And the negative affect of social media doesn’t stop there. It can also cause additional problems during a divorce…. Read more »

How 2018’s New Tax Law is Affecting Alimony

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The Tax Cut and Reform Bill Changes how Alimony, or Spousal Support, is treated.   When President Trump signed the Tax Cut and Reform Bill on December 22, 2017, he effectively made the biggest tax overhaul since 1986. All Americans can expect to see changes to their taxes, but those who are getting divorced or… Read more »

Questions to Address Before Co-Parenting After Separation

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What do you Need to Discuss to Adequately Prepare for Co-Parenting?   Separated and divorced parents face complex, and long lasting, challenges. The type of parenting that occurs after a divorce will vary based on the situation and how well the parents get along.  Regardless of the situation parents should strive to make every decision… Read more »