Divorce Settlement Calculator - Louisiana

How Divorce Works in Louisiana

Louisiana is a community property state. Under this rule, nearly all assets and debts acquired during the marriage are owned equally (50/50) by both spouses, regardless of who earned the money or whose name is on the account.

The starting point for any settlement negotiation in Louisiana is an equal division of all marital property. Courts can deviate from this in limited circumstances, but 50/50 is the default.

What Is Considered Marital Property in Louisiana?

• Income earned by either spouse during the marriage
• Real estate purchased with marital funds
• Retirement account contributions made during the marriage
• Savings, investments, and bank accounts accumulated jointly
• Business interests developed during the marriage

Permanent Periodic Alimony in Louisiana

Permanent Periodic Alimony (spousal support) may be awarded in Louisianabased on the length of the marriage, each spouse's income and earning capacity, and the standard of living established during the marriage. The amount and duration vary widely and are often the most negotiated part of a settlement.

How to Use SettleLens for Your Louisiana Divorce

1. Enter your assets: home equity, retirement accounts, savings, vehicles
2. Enter your debts: mortgage, car loans, credit cards
3. Enter income: yours and your spouse's annual gross income
4. Build scenarios: who keeps the house? How is retirement divided?
5. See projections: compare 10-year net worth under each scenario

SettleLens applies community property rules for Louisiana to give you a starting point for negotiations.