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June 12, 2024

Child custody decisions significantly impact the lives of both parents and children. In Louisiana, the courts prioritize the child's best interest above all else. Determining whether a parent is unfit for custody involves several legal standards and rigorous assessments.

June 12, 2024

Divorce is filled with difficult tasks that call for outside assistance, particularly when it comes to dividing debt. In Louisiana, the division of debt follows specific legal guidelines that can significantly impact both parties' financial futures.

June 10, 2024

Dealing with child custody issues can be challenging for parents. You're managing your own emotions while also focusing on what's best for your children. At the Law Office of Ivy L. Graham, we understand the complications and are here to help you through every step.

May 8, 2024

Dealing with child support obligations can already feel complicated and overwhelming, but what happens when your income isn't steady? For those with fluctuating incomes—whether from freelance work, commission-based roles, or seasonal employment—figuring out how to manage and calculate child support in Louisiana presents a unique challenge.

March 28, 2024

Child support and health insurance often go hand in hand in family law matters. When child support is ordered, one parent typically provides financial support to the other for raising the child.

Feb. 7, 2024

The term 'income' can be interpreted broadly when calculating child support. It isn't just your wages or salary. Your "gross income" is taken into consideration, which means courts look at your comprehensive earnings when calculating and approving your child support arrangement.

Jan. 2, 2024

Embarking on the journey of adoption is a profound and life-changing decision filled with complexities and emotional highs and lows. It's a process that calls for understanding, patience, and a keen eye for the myriad legal requirements and procedures involved. That's where we, at The Law Office of Ivy L. Graham, step in.

Nov. 14, 2023

Adopting a child is one of the most rewarding experiences a family can have, but it's also an incredibly complex process that can cause uncertainty and confusion.

Oct. 27, 2023

Divorce is never an easy decision, but it’s sometimes the best option for you and your family. However, what happens when your spouse drags out the divorce process? What steps should you take?

Sept. 20, 2023

Marriage is a joyous event that brings excitement and eagerness to embark on a journey together in love, but that doesn’t mean you should enter into it without making informed decisions regarding potential obstacles in the future.