by Tracy Shanks | May 11, 2019 | Blog, Divorce
My clients often find themselves in a situation where they do not know the location of their spouse when they are ready to start divorce proceedings. This can be for a number of reasons: they have been separated so long they no longer have any contact...
by Tracy Shanks | Feb 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
Spousal support, commonly referred to as “alimony”, may be awarded during or after a divorce in Louisiana. Spousal support is a court-ordered payment from one spouse to the other, either during the divorce or for a period after the divorce. This...
by Tracy Shanks | Jan 27, 2021 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
Are you considering divorce and want to know how long it takes to receive a divorce judgment? This article discusses the different components of divorce and explains how each component affects the time it takes to get a divorce in Louisiana. There are two important...
by Tracy Shanks | Jan 5, 2021 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
There is no question that during the COVID-19 pandemic many married couples have struggled with job losses, unexpected homeschooling, the death of loved ones, and so many other traumas. While it is still too early to tell what the full effect of Covid-19 will be on...
by Tracy Shanks | Dec 9, 2020 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
One of the most important factors in searching for a divorce attorney is budget. Most people only have so much money to spend, and most divorce attorneys cost a lot of money. So, you may be looking for the cheapest divorce attorney out there to handle your case. Is...
by Tracy Shanks | Dec 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
One of the hardest issues to deal with when coming to a custody agreement with your spouse is the holiday schedule. You are used to spending every holiday with your children every year. Now that you are separating from your spouse or partner, you will have to share...
by Tracy Shanks | Nov 12, 2020 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
Can I establish Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support & Community Property with an Uncontested Divorce Yes, you can establish Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support & Community Property with an Uncontested Divorce. Generally when an “Uncontested...
by Tracy Shanks | Oct 22, 2020 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
Many things have slowed down during the Covid-19 pandemic. The good news is you can still obtain a quick uncontested divorce in Louisiana. This blog article will discuss slight changes in how quick divorces are processed due to Covid-19 as well as best practices for...
by Tracy Shanks | Oct 9, 2020 | Blog, Divorce, Uncategorized
When you separate from your spouse or partner, you have two options on how child custody will be decided. Either the court can determine custody or you and your ex can come to an agreement relating to how you all will care for your children. By reaching an agreement,...
by Tracy Shanks | Sep 29, 2020 | Blog, Uncategorized
Did you know that there is a calculation for child support in Louisiana? The calculation makes determining the proper amount of child support predictable and straightforward. I will help you understand how to calculate your own child support in this blog article....
by Tracy Shanks | Sep 21, 2020 | Blog, Criminal Justice, Divorce, Uncategorized
It is possible to get an uncontested divorce in Louisiana when your spouse does not sign the paperwork for your divorce. This article discusses the means by which you can obtain an uncontested divorce without your spouse’s signature. We will also discuss how the...
