Firm Mission
Our mission is to help families navigate divorce with clarity, dignity, and thoughtful strategy. We guide clients toward solutions that protect what matters most—children, financial stability, and the ability to move forward with confidence. By prioritizing resolution whenever possible while remaining strong advocates when needed, we help clients transition from conflict to their next chapter with strength and stability.
What Makes Our Firm Different
Divorce is not one-size-fits-all.
At Rotharmel Shanks, we believe families deserve options. Some cases require litigation, but many can be resolved through thoughtful negotiation and structured agreements that protect both parties and the children involved.
Our firm provides three distinct paths:
• Simple Divorce (uncontested)
• Amicable Divorce (collaborative resolution)
• Traditional Divorce Litigation
This allows clients to choose the approach that best fits their family, finances, and goals.
Our Philosophy
Divorce is one of the most difficult transitions a family can experience. Too often, the legal system pushes people toward unnecessary conflict that drains emotional and financial resources.
We believe the role of a divorce attorney is not only to advocate, but to guide clients toward the most constructive path forward. When handled strategically, divorce can become a structured transition into the next chapter of life.
Tracy Rotharmel Shanks
Attorney
Tracy Rotharmel Shanks is a family law attorney dedicated to helping families navigate divorce in a more thoughtful and constructive way. As the Founding Partner at Rotharmel Shanks, LLC, she guides clients through custody, financial, and property matters with a strategic approach focused on protecting both their legal interests and their long-term stability.
Tracy believes the traditional adversarial model of divorce often creates unnecessary emotional and financial strain. Through her work, she helps clients understand their options and pursue solutions that reduce conflict while still providing strong legal protection.
Her goal is simple: help clients move through divorce grounded, informed, and prepared for the next chapter of their lives.
Tracy lives in New Orleans with her husband and their three children.
Kyla Rogers
Partner
Kyla Rogers is a seasoned family law litigator with over a decade of experience. Kyla focuses on divorce, child custody, support, and marital asset division. She also handles community property disputes, adoption, name changes, and various family law matters. Throughout her career, Kyla’s dedication to family law has been evident, making her a valuable asset to Rotharmel Shanks and a respected figure in the New Orleans legal community.
Evelyn Bryant
Partner
Evelyn Bryant is a seasoned family law litigator. Prior to joining Rotharmel Shanks, Evelyn was the Domestic Violence Collaboratives Managing Attorney at Southeast Louisiana Legal Services where she handled a diverse caseload involving protective orders, divorce, child custody, child support, and spousal support cases in Orleans Parish. In that role she litigated and managed cases in multiple parishes, supervised staff attorneys, support staff, and contract attorneys across four different offices.
With an impressive success rate at the trial level, Evelyn brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence in family law to Rotharmel Shanks, contributing her extensive expertise to her clients.
Tiffany A Morales
Attorney
Since 2015, Tiffany Morales has built a diverse and well-rounded litigation practice grounded in advocacy, strategic thinking, and client-centered representation. She began her legal career as a personal injury attorney, focusing on complex medical malpractice litigation. She later moved into general casualty defense litigation, representing clients in a wide range of civil matters. Having practiced on both sides of litigation, Tiffany brings a practical, well-rounded perspective to every case she handles.
Tiffany now focuses her practice on family law, where she uses her litigation background and steady approach to help clients through challenging personal transitions. She values clear communication, honest guidance, and being a reliable source of support during an emotional time.
Hanna Park
Case Manager
Hanna Park is our case manager at Rotharmel Shanks. Hanna brings a vibrant energy to the firm, coupled with a genuine care for clients. With a background in legal assistance and restaurant management, Hanna has seamlessly blended her skills to create a warm and supportive environment for clients navigating family law matters. Her commitment to fostering positive client experiences is underscored by her outstanding communication skills and a unique ability to connect with people. Hanna’s cheerful demeanor and empathetic approach not only make her an invaluable asset in managing complex tasks but also contribute to the firm’s commitment to providing compassionate and client-focused services in the realm of family law throughout South East Louisiana.
Message Us
Get in touch below or call us to discuss your case.
Call Us
504-509-5000
Office Location
3445 N. Causeway Blvd
Suite 200
Metairie, LA 70002
Open Hours
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(Meetings by Appointment Only)
trs@rotharmelshanks.com




