Even though divorce is one of the most common legal processes, it is also one of the most personal legal processes. However, you should feel free to ask your attorney any questions you have to give you a better understanding of how your divorce may proceed. Here are some of the most helpful questions to… Read more »
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Amber Sheppard named Forty under 40
Stanley-Wallace Law is excited to announce that one of our incredible attorneys, Amber Sheppard, made Edge Magazine’s Northshore Forty Under 40 list! The article about Amber highlights her dedication to the legal profession and how she maintains her personality and humor in her work. Also highlighted is Amber’s work around increasing awareness for… Read more »
10 Things You Should Bring to Your First Consultation with Your Divorce Lawyer
Making the decision to divorce is never easy, and choosing to contact a divorce attorney can make it feel all the more final. If the thought of gathering any documents in preparation for a divorce consultation causes you stress, do not worry. You can get great benefits from a consultation with an experienced divorce attorney… Read more »
Divorce and the Holidays: 15 tips to help you focus on the good
At Stanley-Wallace Law, we know that family law cases of all kinds, and particularly divorce cases, can put a damper on anything — even the holidays. The holiday season is all about spending time with loved ones. But when you’re going through a divorce, the season may leave you feeling less than jolly. We want… Read more »
Types of child custody in Louisiana and what you need to know
A quick overview of Louisiana’s policies when it comes to child custody can be put like this: the final decision will be in the best interest of the child. When Louisiana courts make decisions in child custody cases, the number one priority is the child’s wellbeing, and the outcome will ideally reflect that. That being… Read more »
What’s the difference between a fault and no-fault divorce in Louisiana?
There are two types of divorces in Louisiana: fault and no-fault. In a fault divorce, one of the spouses did something wrong that made the marriage fail. Meanwhile, in a no-fault divorce, neither party did anything that was necessarily wrong, and the marriage merely failed on its own. When you file for a divorce, you… Read more »
Rights and responsibilities of non domiciliary joint custody parents
Many families have to go through divorce and child custody battles. After the dust settles, hopefully the end result is an arrangement that is in the best interest of the child. So what happens when only one parent is granted domiciliary rights? In Louisiana, non-domiciliary parents have certain rights when it comes to their children… Read more »
UPDATED 2020: Workers’ Compensation Laws in Louisiana
Being injured on the job — or as a result of your job — is frightening and difficult. Work-related injuries that prevent you from doing your job can cause extreme stress for both you and your loved ones. Workers’ compensation laws across the country are designed to ease that stress by offering compensation for your… Read more »
Divorce can ruin things, but it doesn’t have to ruin your financial life.
Guest Blog: Mike Rich with Pontchartrain Investment Management A divorce is one of the most traumatic experiences a human can go through. Few people can ever be fully prepared to deal with the feelings of grief, anger, and sadness that follow. Even worse, the financial impacts can be overwhelming, especially for a spouse who… Read more »