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Find Divorce Lawyers in Lake Charles, LA

Directory of divorce lawyers in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.

20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Lake Charles, LA
Important: Listings are compiled from publicly available sources and have not been independently verified by BeforeAttorney.com. We do not endorse any attorney or guarantee outcomes. Verify licensing and disciplinary status with the State Bar of Louisiana before hiring.
Showing 20 divorce lawyers in Lake Charles, LA Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
The Johnson Firm - Lake Charles Attorneys
1419 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 282-8556 johnsonfirmla.com
Colonna Law Firm, LLC
900 Ryan St #402, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 656-3212 colonnalawfirm.com
Delphin Law
626 Broad St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-3939 delphinlaw.com
Sudduth & Associates, LLC
1109 Pithon St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(833) 783-3884 saa.legal
Law Offices of John Green Jr.
1135 Hodges St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 990-0060 johngreenjr.com
SWLA Law Center
1011 N Lakeshore Dr Suite 402, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-3308 swla-law-center.com
Fuerst, Carrier & Ogden
127 Broad St Suite 300, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 436-3332 familyfuerst.com
Law Office of Brad A. Guillory
940 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-5297 ghllawyers.com
Sanchez Burke, L.L.C.
1200 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-4405 sanchezburke.com
Chavis Law, LLC
910 Ford St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 513-0785 chavislawllc.com
The Roach Law Firm
2917 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 433-8504 theroachlawfirm.com
Hawkins Legal
1607 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 313-4090 tarabhawkins.com
Devin Fontenot, Attorney at Law
2706 Hodges St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 508-2627 dfontenotlaw.com
Godley William L
616 Kirby St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 401-4668 godleylaw.com
Godley Law Firm
616 Kirby St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(800) 560-3525 godleylaw.com
Law Office of Hillary L. Nixon, LLC
1111 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 419-5252 hillarynixonlaw.com
Abshire Law Firm, LLC
113 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 377-0790 llgllc.com
Todd H Melton LLC
616 Kirby St, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 439-2979 toddmeltonlaw.com
Holmes LA Law, LLC
1800 Ryan St Ste. 107, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 221-3028
Nadine Dunbar Gills, Attorney At Law
1301 Enterprise Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 513-4820 gillslawfirm.com

What Does a Divorce Lawyer in Lake Charles Cost?

The cost of a divorce lawyer in Lake Charles can vary widely. Simple uncontested divorces with no children may cost between 500 and 1,500 dollars in legal fees. Contested divorces involving property division or child custody can range from 3,000 to 10,000 dollars or more. Court filing fees in Calcasieu Parish add several hundred dollars. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the residency requirements for divorce in Louisiana?
To file for divorce in Louisiana, you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least six months before filing. The case is typically filed in the parish where you or your spouse resides, such as Calcasieu Parish for Lake Charles residents.
How long does a divorce take in Lake Charles Louisiana?
A divorce in Louisiana can take at least 180 days from the date of filing if there are no minor children. If you have minor children, the waiting period is 365 days. Contested cases may take longer depending on court schedules and negotiations.
What is the difference between a contested and uncontested divorce in Louisiana?
An uncontested divorce means both spouses agree on all issues like property division and child custody, making the process faster and less expensive. A contested divorce involves disagreements that require court hearings or trials, which can take many months and cost more in legal fees.