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MARK J. MANSFIELD & ASSOCIATES

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With over 50 years of combined legal experience, Mark J. Mansfield & Associates, led by attorney Mark Mansfield, has been dedicated to assisting clients in finding fair and reasonable solutions to a wide range of divorce and family law matters. We have successfully provided an alternative for individuals who prioritize uncompromised performance.

In certain instances, divorcing couples may face challenges in resolving issues through mediation or negotiations, necessitating the pursuit of litigation.

As the trend of living together without marriage becomes increasingly common, Cohabitation Agreements are seeing a rise in popularity.

While some may believe that marriage automatically implies a complete merging of assets, the legal reality differs. Married individuals can maintain separate property, and there are often valid reasons to preserve such distinctions.

Similar to a prenuptial agreement, a postnuptial agreement proactively addresses potential financial disputes by compelling spouses to contemplate and mutually agree upon these matters before conflicts emerge.

Louisiana child custody laws delineate between legal and physical custody of a child. Legal custody pertains to the authority to make significant life decisions for a child, while physical custody determines the primary residence of the child.

Child support entails payments from one or both parents to aid in covering the expenses of caring for their children. In certain scenarios, these payments may be directed to another individual responsible for the children’s well-being.

Formerly known as alimony in Louisiana, spousal support is the legal term referring to financial payments that one spouse may be obligated to provide the other following a divorce. While spousal support can be awarded for a lifetime, it is typically granted for a specified duration.

Adoptions come in various forms, including intra-family, stepparent, and third-party adoption. At Mark J. Mansfield & Associates, our team of experienced attorneys is well-versed in navigating the intricacies of each adoption category. Whether you are considering an adoption within your family, a stepparent adoption, or involving a third party, our knowledgeable team is here to provide comprehensive legal support.

Divorce mediation is a voluntary and collaborative process, wherein divorcing couples engage with a skilled mediator to negotiate and resolve their differences in a non-adversarial setting. This method encourages amicable resolutions and constructive dialogue for a more harmonious separation.

We assist clients in asserting their rights and safeguarding their interests in community property, dedicated to ensuring the protection and fair distribution of assets. Additionally, we are proficient in addressing property division matters as part of our mediation services.

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