DivorceReady.online Louisiana Guide
New Orleans, Louisiana

Online Divorce in New Orleans, Louisiana — Built for Self-Represented Filers

Get state-specific Louisiana divorce papers online in minutes. File at the District Court in Orleans County. Flat fee starting at $89.99. Not a law firm.

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Waiting Period

180 days separation (no children); 365 days separation (with minor children)

Court Filing Fee

Varies by parish; confirm the current filing fee with the District Court clerk

Filing Court

Orleans County District Court

How to File for Divorce in New Orleans, Louisiana

  1. 1Complete the online questionnaire at DivorceReady.online — takes about 15–30 minutes.
  2. 2Pay the flat one-time fee ($89.99 without children / $119.99 with children).
  3. 3Download your completed Louisiana court forms — all documents are state-specific and ready to file.
  4. 4File at the District Court in Orleans County. Pay the court filing fee (~Varies by parish; confirm the current filing fee with the District Court clerk).
  5. 5Serve your spouse: Defendant must be personally served with the Petition and Citation by the Sheriff, or may sign a Waiver of Service / Acceptance of Service.
  6. 6Wait the mandatory 180 days separation (no children); 365 days separation (with minor children) period required by Louisiana law.
  7. 7Attend your final hearing — a judge signs your JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE.

Documents Included for Orleans County

All documents are customized for Louisiana courts and Orleans County filing requirements.

  • PETITION FOR DIVORCE
  • COMMUNITY PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
  • JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE
  • Proof of Residency Declaration
  • Step-by-step Orleans County filing instructions

With-children package also includes: PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT ORDER, child support worksheet, visitation schedule.

Cost of Divorce in New Orleans — DivorceReady vs. Attorney

Cost ItemDivorceReady.onlineNew Orleans Attorney
Document Preparation$89.99 – $119.99Attorney fees vary by lawyer and case
Louisiana Court Filing FeeVaries by parish; confirm the current filing fee with the District Court clerkVaries by parish; confirm the current filing fee with the District Court clerk
Time to Complete FormsAbout 30 minWeeks of back-and-forth
Available 24/7✓ Yes✗ Office hours only
Money-Back Guarantee✓ 30 days✗ Retainer non-refundable

Louisiana Residency Requirements

Either spouse must have been a domiciliary of the State of Louisiana for at least one year immediately preceding the filing of the Petition.

If you meet the state and county residency rules, New Orleans residents generally file through the District Court in Orleans County, Louisiana.

Important Louisiana Divorce Rules

  • Louisiana uses 'Petitioner' and 'Defendant' in divorce proceedings.
  • Louisiana requires a period of separation: 180 days (no minor children) or 365 days (with minor children) before a divorce can be granted.
  • Louisiana is a community property state — all community property is divided equally unless otherwise agreed.
  • A Covenant Marriage has different and more restrictive grounds for divorce.
  • A Parenting Plan is required for all cases involving minor children per Louisiana Children's Code.

Source-backed legal information

Orleans County, Louisiana Authority & Review Notes

This page is maintained for self-represented uncontested divorce filers and is checked against official court, clerk, and e-filing resources where available.

Last reviewed

August 31, 2026

Next scheduled check: November 29, 2026

Reviewed by

DivorceReady Editorial Review Team

Editorial QC, source checks, and product-language review.

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What DivorceReady Prepares

  • Louisiana divorce petition, complaint, or dissolution starter documents based on the selected package.
  • Service, waiver, acceptance, or notice documents where those documents are part of the self-represented filing path.
  • Settlement, final decree, parenting, name restoration, and filing checklist materials when the user selects an eligible package.

What Users Must File/Pay Separately

  • File the signed document packet with the Orleans County court, clerk, or approved e-filing portal after purchase and review.
  • Pay court filing fees, service fees, certified copies, and e-filing provider fees directly to the court, clerk, sheriff/constable, process server, or filing vendor.
  • Confirm local clerk instructions, signatures, notarization, service, hearing, and final-decree procedures before filing.

Official Sources Cited

Louisiana Legal Navigator Article 102 divorce tool Non-court self-help resource; verify forms and filing requirements with the parish court.Louisiana Clerks of Court Association directory Statewide clerk directory for parish filing offices and local filing instructions.Louisiana Legislature civil code search Official Louisiana law search for divorce, residency, and community-property statutes.

DivorceReady.online is a self-help document preparation service. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not represent customers in court, and are not affiliated with any court. Customers are responsible for reviewing, signing, filing, serving, and paying all court or provider fees required by their filing office.

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State-Specific Forms

Prepared for Louisiana court requirements.

Flat-Fee Packages

Document preparation for self-represented filers.

Ready to File Your New Orleans Divorce?

DivorceReady.online prepares all Louisiana-specific court forms for Orleans County — including the PETITION FOR DIVORCE and all supporting documents — for a one-time flat fee.

Without Children

$89.99

Launch price - one-time flat fee

With Children

$119.99

Launch price - includes parenting plan

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FAQ — Divorce in New Orleans, Louisiana

Where do I file for divorce in New Orleans, Louisiana?

Residents of New Orleans file for divorce at the District Court in Orleans County, Louisiana. You file in the county where you or your spouse currently resides.

How long does an uncontested divorce take in New Orleans?

Louisiana has a mandatory waiting period of 180 days separation (no children); 365 days separation (with minor children). Once all paperwork is filed and the waiting period is satisfied, a judge will sign your final divorce decree. Court scheduling in Orleans County will affect the total timeline.

Do I need a lawyer to get divorced in New Orleans, Louisiana?

No. If your divorce is uncontested — both spouses agree on all terms — you can file yourself (pro se / self-represented). DivorceReady.online prepares a state-specific self-help document package and filing checklist for eligible uncontested cases. Confirm current local requirements with Orleans County before filing.

How much does it cost to file for divorce in New Orleans?

The court filing fee in Louisiana is approximately Varies by parish; confirm the current filing fee with the District Court clerk. DivorceReady.online charges a one-time document preparation fee of $89.99 (no children) or $119.99 (with children) — no hidden fees, no subscriptions.

What forms do I need to file for divorce in New Orleans, Louisiana?

You will need the PETITION FOR DIVORCE, a COMMUNITY PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, proof of residency, and the JUDGMENT OF DIVORCE. If you have minor children, a PARENTING PLAN AND CHILD SUPPORT ORDER is also required. DivorceReady.online generates all of these documents automatically.

Can I file for divorce online in New Orleans without going to court?

You can prepare all your divorce documents online with DivorceReady.online from your home in New Orleans. You will still need to physically file the paperwork at the District Court in Orleans County and attend a final hearing — but our service handles all document preparation so you never need to visit an attorney's office.

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