Destrehan Family Lawyer

Finding Lasting Family Law Solutions

For more than 35 years, the family law attorneys of Marino Law Firm, LLC, have been providing effective legal counsel and representation. Our Destrehan family lawyer has successfully represented numerous clients during courtroom battles involving highly emotional and complicated family law disputes involving child custody, child support, protective orders, and divorce.

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Most people do not realize how many crucial decisions are made during the initial stages of a divorce. Things like child custody and visitation rights will directly impact a child for the first 18 years of his or her life. Once the court orders for custody, visitation, and support are finalized, it can be extremely difficult to convince a court to change them.

• Child custody and visitation. Ensuring that you have quality time to spend with your children is a top priority. If a protective order is in place, we can work to mitigate the effects this will have on your custody or visitation case.
• Child support. There are many factors that must be taken into account when calculating support, including the amount of time your children will be in your care. We can work to make sure that all relevant details are considered and a fair amount is calculated.
• Divorce. Louisiana’s annual divorce rate of 0.9 per 1,000 people means that a steady stream of spouses from Destrehan make court appearances at the 40th Judicial District Court at 2393 Highway 18 in nearby Edgard every year. The divorce process requires addressing matters like property division, child support, custody, and spousal support. 
• Spousal support. Either spouse can request spousal support during a divorce, but the courts weigh important factors like the earning capacity and earning potential of each party when making alimony-related decisions.

The average income in Destrehan is $43,953, but individual salaries may vary considerably. Judges may also consider fault in the breakdown of a marriage and the length of the marriage. Spousal support may be denied or awarded on a short- or long-term basis. 

• Protective orders. A protective order requires a respondent to stay away from the party seeking protection. The order may be granted after a hearing if the court finds that the petitioner has presented evidence of abuse, stalking, or credible threats. These orders typically do not exceed 18 months but may be extended by a judge. 
• Property division. The divorce process requires both spouses to classify assets as either separate or community property. Separate property is not subject to division and includes gifts, inheritances, and anything brought into the marriage.

The average value of a home in Destrehan is $290,606, and houses in Ormond Country Club Estates, Brandon Hall, and elsewhere are often considered community property, meaning they are equitably divided during a divorce.

Both parties to a divorce are encouraged to negotiate the terms of property division. In contested cases, the courts may take a more active role in classifying, valuing, and dividing marital property under Louisiana’s community property laws to reach a fair division between the parties.

• Adoptions. In Louisiana, adoption is a legal process that permanently transfers parental rights and responsibilities from a biological parent to an adoptive parent. The process may involve agency, private, stepparent, or relative adoptions, each with specific court requirements and consent rules.
• Name changes. Anyone seeking to legally change their name must seek approval from a family court judge. In Louisiana, the petitioner must file a formal request explaining the reason for the change and provide identifying information to the court.

Whatever the situation, we take the time to examine all of the details and identify your primary legal goals. Based on those goals, we can explain your options, as well as the potential advantages and pitfalls.

If a protective order is in place, we can explain how that affects your case and what options you have to address it. These are extremely important legal issues, and we work hard to provide you with the information you need to make educated legal decisions.

Why You Should Hire a Family Law Attorney

If you are going to family court, the decision to hire a family lawyer can greatly improve the chances that your rights and interests are protected throughout your family law case. A family attorney brings years of experience applying Destrehan family laws in court. They can actively guide the outcome of a case by filing motions, calling for hearings, and negotiating with the other party. 

Your Destrehan family court lawyer can learn about your goals before tailoring the right strategy to your case. Lawyers play a critical role in explaining the court process and your options moving forward. They can speak on your behalf before a judge, refute false accusations, and take the steps that are necessary to further your aims in court.

Whether your case resolves through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, your lawyer can play a key role in protecting your rights and interests at every turn.

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We understand how difficult this time can be for you and your children. Our lawyers and staff are ready to provide the help you need to find a resolution that allows you to move on with your lives in a positive way.

We invite you to contact Marino Law Firm, LLC, today to schedule a consultation at our Destrehan office. We serve clients throughout southeast Louisiana’s river parishes.