How much a divorce costs in Louisiana

Sadly, there is no single code, or set of laws, which explicitly say how much a divorce costs.

The cost to obtain a final divorce is purely procedural and increases, or decreases, based on the facts and needs of your case.

First, you’ll likely need to pay for a consultation. Family Law Attorneys usually charge a few hundred dollars for a new client consultation. After your consultation, expect to pay at least another few hundred dollars into a trust account. This account is used by your attorney on an as-needed basis; your attorney will pull funds from this account to cover runner fees, filing costs, the attorney’s earned fee, and any other expenses related to your case.

Your divorce filing fees usually run between $200 and $400 and service on the other party is only $30 + mileage. (La. R.S. 13:5530(A)(1)) A divorce becomes more expensive when it involves multiple contested issues, such as discovery, custody, support, property division, or, in some cases, proving fault. If these issues come up during your case then your attorney will need to draft and file additional documents, increasing the cost.

In short, the cost of the divorce itself is generally straightforward; it is the additional issues that arise during the process that can significantly increase the overall cost. Some divorces can easily cost thousands of dollars if there are multiple issues that need to be resolved before a final divorce can be granted. Thankfully, Attorney Teresa offers competitive prices to help alleviate any financial burden.

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DISCLAIMER: This post is only general information, not legal advice. This post does not create an attorney-client relationship. Schedule a consultation with Attorney Teresa to learn more about your case.