On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 28, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
Divorce is often a difficult and destructive time for families. Emotions run high, and both spouses may feel a sense of betrayal. If you are in such a situation, you may feel yourself overcome with anger and resentment. Chances are your spouse is feeling the same....
On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 25, 2018 | Firm News
The laws surrounding marriage and divorce are frequently discussed by lawmakers. Louisiana is now broaching a family law issue regarding the age in which people can lawfully enter into a marriage. Currently, the state grants minors licenses to marry under the age...
On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 12, 2018 | Domestic Violence, Firm News
For those in violent or abusive marriages, the presence of weapons in the home can pose a serious danger. Louisiana lawmakers recently addressed this serious safety issue by presenting new gun control legislation aimed at protecting domestic violence victims. The...
On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 6, 2018 | Firm News
When people discuss separation agreements, the division of assets is often a hot topic. But what about the division of liabilities, such as shared debt? It is a good idea for Louisiana couples to be familiar with the state laws that govern marital debt and property...
On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 3, 2018 | Blog, Firm News
You and your significant other decided to call it quits. You learned after the fact that she was pregnant, had the baby and failed to put you on the birth certificate. Now you have a child but have no rights to him or her. This leaves you wondering what the state of...
On Behalf of The Law Office of Laura L. Davenport | Apr 2, 2018 | Child Custody, Firm News
Precedents set by unique legal scenarios often change the way future cases are considered by judges. In Louisiana, a complicated child custody case is raising questions about how paternity is treated in the case of a child conceived through a sperm donor. The man, who...