Family Law
Family law matters are inherently emotional and personal. Whether it’s a faltering marriage, adoption, support or visitation, it’s important that you have an experienced ttorney to help you negotiate the legal system. At The Law Office of Wolff & Wolff, our attorneys provide thoughtful, professional representation.
Divorce: Louisiana is a “no-fault” divorce state. That means you will not have to demonstrate a specific harm to move forward with a divorce filing, and the court understands “irreconcilable differences.”
While the courts offer a no-fault option, fault-based divorces can also be obtained. These can be based on adultery, felony convictions, abandonment, abuse and estrangement among others.
Child Custody & Support
Family court judges make decisions about custody and placement based on the best interests of the child. The general wisdom is that children benefit from strong relationships with both parents, and courts value consistent visitation. However, when a parent poses a risk or engages in illegal or illicit behavior, the courts may restrict or revoke visitation.
Both parents are expected to provide resources for their child, and failure to meet those obligations could have serious legal ramifications. In Louisiana, child support is based on both parents’ gross income, the number of children and other important factors.
Other Family Law Practice Areas
While the majority of family law centers around divorce and child welfare, there are numerous other areas for which we provide clients with strong representation. These include:
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Adoption
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Parental Rights
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Grandparents’ Rights
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Relocation
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Prenuptial Agreements
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Division of Marital Assets
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Spousal Support
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Domestic Violence
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Paternity Matters
Sensitivity & Professionalism
At The Law Office of Wolff & Wolff, we help guide people through the legal system to give them renewed opportunities and stability. Attorneys Bennett Wolff and Michael W. Margiotta Jr. handle family law matters with sensitivity and professionalism.