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Alimony in Louisiana: Fault, Need, and the One Third Cap
Louisiana does not use the word alimony in its code. It uses spousal support, and it splits it into two very different things. People who confuse them tend to either give up a claim they had or spend a year fighting for one they never could have won. Interim support: keeping the lights on during…
How Louisiana Child Support Is Actually Calculated, and Why the Number Surprises Almost Everyone
Two things surprise people about child support in Louisiana. The first is how mechanical it is. The second is how much room there still is to fight, once you understand where the fight actually lives. Louisiana uses guidelines set out in La. R.S. 9:315 and the sections that follow. The court determines each parent’s monthly…
You Want to Move Out of Louisiana With Your Child. The Relocation Statute Decides Whether You Can
This is one of the hardest family law problems there is, because both parents are usually right. One parent has a genuine opportunity, a new spouse, a family support system, a job that pays what Baton Rouge does not. The other parent has a relationship with a child that survives on Wednesday dinners and alternating…
Your Divorce Is Amicable. That Is Exactly Why the Paperwork Has to Be Right
What an agreed divorce in East Baton Rouge Parish still has to get correct, and what it costs when it does not. Most people who call our office about a divorce are not angry. They have already had the hard conversation. Nobody cheated. Nobody is fighting over the children. They have divided the furniture, agreed…
What Happens at an Immigration Bond Hearing? A Family’s Guide
Your phone rings with a number you don’t recognize, and the voice on the other end tells you ICE has taken someone you love. Here’s exactly what happens at an immigration bond hearing, step by step, so you know what to expect and what to do next. An immigration bond hearing is a short court…
Rozas Law Firm Welcomes Ken Mayeaux and the Mayeaux & Associates Team
Rozas Law Firm is pleased to welcome attorney Ken Mayeaux, along with the attorneys and staff of Mayeaux & Associates L.C., to our firm. The transition will take place during July and August 2026. It brings together two Baton Rouge legal teams that share a commitment to helping immigrants, individuals and families navigate challenging legal…
Child Custody Evaluations
When it comes to child custody cases, the well-being and best interest of the child will always be the priority. In Louisiana, child custody evaluations are a critical part of the legal process for determining custody arrangements for children of divorce or separation. Understanding the ins and outs of this process can help you navigate…
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Family Law : The Benefits of Settling Out of Court
Family legal battles can be among the most tumultuous events a person can go through. It can be a grueling process that can leave both parties exhausted and frustrated. Thankfully, there are many ways to resolve a dispute without going to court, and mediation is likely the best example. Mediation: A collaborative process Mediation is…
Understanding Ex Parte Emergency Custody of a Child in Louisiana
Family disputes can be emotionally exhausting, and when children are involved, things can quickly become more complicated. The safety and well-being of children are always a top priority in every state, including Louisiana. The Louisiana family laws provide several options for a parent or legal guardian to file for child custody. However, in some urgent…
Injunctions: Alienation of Community Property
When I file for divorce, how can I protect my assets before they are divided? In Louisiana, an injunction against the alienation of community property is a court order that limits a spouse’s ability to sell or transfer property that is considered community property during divorce proceedings. Community property generally refers to any property, assets,…
