Family Law Attorneys in Hammond, Louisiana
Dealing with conflict in the family is stressful and brings a flurry of mixed emotions: anger, guilt, grief. But some family conflict may only be resolved through the legal system. And to make sure that you aren’t forfeiting anything you’re entitled to, whether that’s rights, protections or financial assets, you can’t operate from emotion. That’s why you need the help of experienced family lawyers.
The family law attorneys at Ellen Cronin Badeaux, LLC can provide the objective perspective you need to make sure that changes in family situations don’t come at the cost of yours or your children’s best interests.
Louisiana Family Law
Some family law issues may seem cut-and-dry, matters that you can pursue without a family lawyer’s help. But there are some nuances and lesser known facts about Louisiana family law that make getting the help of a family law attorney advisable. For instance:
- In Louisiana assets and liabilities acquired during marriage are shared equally subject to the community property regime unless protected by a prenuptial agreement or an ante-nuptial agreement, were inherited or were gifts.
- Some types of shared accounts require a Qualified Domestic Relations Order or Military Qualifying Court Order to be divided upon divorce.
- A marriage can be annulled if the marriage was contracted for a price, one party did not willingly consent or consented under duress.
- There are limits to how far you may move from a child’s non-custodial parent without the court’s permission.
- Biological and legal paternity are unique distinctions dependent upon genetics, date of birth and date of marriage.
The family lawyers at Ellen Cronin Badeaux, LLC know your rights and the nuances of Louisiana family law. We can help make the legal system work for you when your family situation is changing by circumstance or by choice. Contact us for help protecting your assets, your financial future and your children’s best interests in Hammond, Louisiana.
Call 985-261-0760 to schedule a consultation with experienced family law attorneys in Hammond, Louisiana.
Ellen Cronin Badeaux, LLC serves the parishes of St. Tammany, Washington, Livingston, Tangipahoa, St. Helena, Jefferson, Orleans, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, West Feliciana, and Ascension. We are happy to help those in the communities of Amite, Baton Rouge, Covington, Denham Springs, Hammond, Livingston, Mandeville, Metairie, New Orleans and Slidell.