Divorce

When spouses divorce, their priorities are normally determining who has custody of any children, child support, spousal support, and the division of the marital assets. In many divorces, the tax consequences are an afterthought. The tax consequences can amount to a lot of money, however, especially if children are young and the spousal support award…

Are you going through a divorce as a long-term couple and need some guidance? The Law Office of James A. Graham is here to assist you. We are professional and experienced lawyers in New Orleans, LA, and we will have your back during this difficult time. In this article, we will tell you about some…

While you are going through a divorce and making sure everything is being identified and equally distributed, you may be wondering which spouse gets to keep the dog, cat, or other pets. In this article, The Law Office of James A. Graham will do our best to explain how the process works. Our goal is…

Health Insurance After Divorce: Your Options  In a perfect world, your soon-to-be ex will help you pay your healthcare premiums for a while after your divorce, so you’ll still be covered. If that’s not included in the settlement, though, you’ll be out of luck, because the company will drop you from his or her health…

Significant Changes to Divorce Law in 2018 The Louisiana Legislature has made major changes in laws regarding immediate divorce and interim and final spousal support.  The changes below came into effect August 1, 2018, and are of utmost importance to those considering divorce or in the divorce process. IMMEDIATE DIVORCE FOR PROTECTIVE ORDERS  Louisiana Civil Code Art.…