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Our Low-Cost, Flat-Fee Divorce Options
Select the Divorce Services You Need
- 30 minute consultation with matrimonial attorney
- Review of client’s file and case information
- All filing requirements prepared and reviewed by attorney
- Final Judgment of Divorce (Divorce Certificate)
- Client support by phone
- Dedicated case manager
- Expediting (available for an additional fee)
Watch How Our Process Works
Watch our video tutorial on the Uncontested Divorce Process and how you can obtain your divorce quickly and inexpensively.
- What is an Uncontested Divorce?
- Advantages of the Uncontested Divorce
- Qualification Requirements
- Cost of an Uncontested Divorce
- Steps in an Uncontested Divorce
Frequently Asked Questions
1. You have been living separate and apart from your spouse – 180 days if you have no minor children of the marriage or 365 days if you have minor children of the marriage;
2. You do not need the court to determine any incidental matters such as child custody or support, community property partition, or spousal support; and
3. Your spouse is willing to sign a waiver of service and citation.
The cost for an uncontested divorce in Louisiana is $495 plus court costs. We also offer add-on packages if you and your spouse have agreed to incidental matters such as spousal support, child custody and or child support; and Community Property Partition. See our pricing table below.
In general, an uncontested divorce in Louisiana can be completed within two to three months. This duration depends on many factors. Some factors include your spouse’s willingness to sign a waiver of service and the time it takes the court to process your cases. Due to factors outside of its control, Rotharmel Shanks, LLC cannot guarantee any time in which the divorce will be completed.
Rotharmel Shanks, LLC can still help you with your legal matter even if you do not meet the requirements for the Uncontested Divorce special.
Contact Rotharmel Shanks, LLC to discuss your particular legal issue and Divorce Attorney Tracy Rotharmel Shanks will help formulate a strategy based on your timeline and budget. Rotharmel Shanks, LLC offers low-cost, flat-fee arrangements for uncontested divorces plus incidental actions such as child custody, child support, and community property partition. Tracy Rotharmel Shanks also offers some of the most affordable rates for contested cases. Call Tracy today at 504-509-5000 to discuss your case.
Pricing - Fixed Fee Uncontested Divorce Packages
$ 495
+Plus Court Costs
Express Divorce Only
The same as the Divorce Only option except the you obtain your judgment of divorce on an expedited basis – usually in about three weeks.
We prepare all and file all pleadings necessary for your uncontested divorce. Both spouses must sign paperwork for the divorce in the presence of a notary. Express Divorces are only available in Jefferson Parish and Orleans Parish.
$ 895
+Plus Court Costs
Add-ons for Incidental Matters
Child Custody & Support, Spousal Support Agreement
You and your spouse agree to child custody, child support or spousal payments. We prepare and file a Consent Judgment regarding child custody and/or child support.