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Laura L. Davenport

Laura Loraine Davenport is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Laura L. Davenport, LLC in Lafayette, Louisiana. Practicing family law since 2007, she represents clients in divorce, custody, and related matters in Louisiana state and federal courts. She is admitted to the Louisiana Bar and all three U.S. District Courts in the state. Ms. Davenport earned her J.D. and B.C.L. from LSU Law Center, building on earlier degrees in education. In 2019, she was honored by AIOFLA as one of the 10 Best Family Law Attorneys in Louisiana for Client Satisfaction. Her background as a certified teacher and counselor shapes her client-focused approach.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Laura L. Davenport

Dads can be primary caregivers, too

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Last Modified on Jul 08, 2024

Gender roles in the household have been blurring more and more as the years go by. For the most part, the…

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Dealing with child custody disappointment during the holidays

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2024

Child custody is a sensitive matter regardless of the season. However, the holidays are a time of increased emotions and stress,…

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Didn’t sign a prenuptial agreement? Consider a postnup

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2024

In general, Louisiana couples are increasingly aware of the benefits of signing a prenup. However, being aware of how good something…

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Prenuptial agreements a good idea for baby boomers

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2024

Finding love after a divorce can be an invigorating experience. However, it can also feel more complicated, especially for Louisiana baby…

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Child support, more in Anna Faris & Chris Pratt’s settlement

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2024

Celebrity couples usually are not help up as good examples of how to handle a divorce in Louisiana, but a recent…

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How fathers can effectively navigate this holiday season

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Last Modified on Jul 10, 2024

The holidays can be a difficult time for fathers who have to share custody and split time with another parent. It…

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Fathers say they are struggling with child support

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Last Modified on Feb 11, 2025

Louisiana fathers today tend to be more involved than men of the past, but family law has not exactly caught up…

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Should one try to finalize a divorce before the year’s end?

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Last Modified on Jul 09, 2024

Ending a marriage can be a lengthy and complex process for Louisiana couples and, in some cases, can take an extensive…

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Could divorce mediation be right for you?

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Last Modified on Jul 10, 2024

You might be most familiar with divorce as it is presented through images presented in popular media. While there is nothing…

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New Louisiana gun law aims to reduce domestic abuse

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Last Modified on Mar 29, 2024

A new gun law is poised to keep domestic violence victims safer. The new Louisiana law bans those convicted of domestic…

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