Q: I would like to get divorced. I have lived in Louisiana for two years, my spouse is in California. We have no children.
We own a business together. I filed federal and state taxes in Louisiana (married separate). My spouse filed taxes in California (jt).
We own a condo together. We are broke. Barely getting by. I am unemployed. How can I divorce for least amount of expenses?
A: My answer is that if you are currently living in Louisiana, then you should file in Louisiana-----that said, you indicate that you own property, you do not mention your debt, if any, of the community, so I recommend that before you file that you at least consult with a family law/divorce attorney in Louisiana to discuss the entire process---divorce, spousal support, community property---and the best way to go about handling these issues. Good luck.
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