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After divorce, a woman has the right to revert back to her maiden name, if she so chooses. An ex-spouse cannot force you to change your name if you do not wish to do so. The name change is limited to, "the name which she was using at the time of the marriage, or the...
Louisiana does not require fault to obtain a divorce. This means that either spouse can petition the court for a divorce and the divorce shall be granted upon proof that the requisite periods of time have elapsed. Refer to the Divorce Process for a more detailed...
There are two types of divorces in Louisiana: (1) Divorce purusant to La. Civil Code article 103 (a 103 Divorce) wherein you separate from your spouse for the requisite period of time and then file; or, (2) Divorce pursuant to La. Civil Code article 102 (a 102...