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Divorce And Family Lawyers in Monroe, LA: 2026 rankings

25 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Monroe: Cummins and Fitts, Family Law Attorneys, LFR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 67 Google reviews.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: E. Orum Young Law of Monroe, 272 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 25 ranked; ranked #8.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

25 Monroe divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.2★ across 25 rated law firms.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in Monroe at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in Monroe at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Cummins and Fitts, Family Law Attorneys664.9★ (67)Monroe—Top score
2Knight Law Firm Monroe664.4★ (164)Monroe——
3Layne M. Adams635.0★ (20)Monroe——
4Colleen S. Butler, LLC635.0★ (21)West Monroe, 2 mi away——
5Tonya Courson Attorney at Law613.8★ (29)West Monroe, 2 mi awayEvenings—
6Bobby Underwood, Attorney at Law595.0★ (5)Monroe——
7Reitzell Law Firm, LLC583.7★ (3)Monroe——
8E. Orum Young Law of Monroe584.5★ (272)Monroe—Most reviews
9Todd Martin Law Firm564.6★ (93)Monroe——
10Gregory Law Firm564.6★ (82)Monroe——

All 25 divorce and family lawyers in Monroe, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  3. #3 Layne M. Adams

    Based in Monroe

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1651 Louisville Ave #117, Monroe, LA 71201
    View profile for Layne M. Adams(318) 387-5552

  4. #4 Colleen S. Butler, LLC

    Based in West Monroe, 2 mi away

    63/100LFR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–12:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2519 N 7th St #1, West Monroe, LA 71291
    View profile for Colleen S. Butler, LLC(318) 372-5252

  11. #11 Adam Ross

    Based in West Monroe, 1 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.

    • 4.8★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    601 Mill St, West Monroe, LA 71291
    View profile for Adam Ross(318) 654-7397

  12. #12 Janet Floyd

    Based in Monroe

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.1★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    211 Hudson Ln, Monroe, LA 71201
    View profile for Janet Floyd(318) 651-0607

  13. #13 Pelican Law

    Based in Monroe

    53/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.0★ from 45 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    804 N 31st St Ste B, Monroe, LA 71201
    View profile for Pelican Law(318) 737-7020

  16. #16 Sanson Marshall L

    Based in Monroe

    52/100LFR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 29 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    505 Pine St, Monroe, LA 71201
    View profile for Sanson Marshall L(318) 388-1234

  24. #24 Rozas Law Firm

    Based in Baton Rouge, 13 mi away

    48/100LFR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10:30 AM–2:30 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Rozas Law Firm(318) 402-0736

  25. #25 Rankin Yeldell & Katz

    Based in Bastrop, 22 mi away

    46/100LFR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.

    • 4.2★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    411 S Washington St, Bastrop, LA 71220
    View profile for Rankin Yeldell & Katz(318) 281-4913

Also serving Monroe

20 more divorce and family lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked divorce and family lawyers serving Monroe
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Alex Loomis Barham Law5.0★ (142)In Monroe
Bruscato Law Firm4.9★ (270)In Monroe
Cameron Murray & Associates5.0★ (38)In Monroe
Campbell House Car Accident Lawyers5.0★ (42)In Monroe
Coenen Law Firm4.9★ (184)In Monroe
Creed and Creed Law4.6★ (132)In Monroe
Downs Law Firm5.0★ (527)In Monroe
G Gregory Green4.9★ (108)In Monroe
Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys5.0★ (577)In Monroe
Guerriero & Guerriero4.5★ (105)In Monroe
J. Antonio Tramontana - Attorney at Law4.8★ (35)In Monroe
Leija Amado4.6★ (48)In Monroe
Marcy L. Allen, Attorney at Law5.0★ (112)In Monroe
Morris Bart Personal Injury Lawyers4.6★ (319)In Monroe
Parhms Law Firm, LLC4.9★ (32)In Monroe
Parker Alexander5.0★ (214)In Monroe
Street and Street - Car Accident and Injury Lawyers5.0★ (66)In Monroe
The Law Firm of Eddie Clark & Associates, LLC5.0★ (258)In Monroe
Theus Law Offices5.0★ (45)In Monroe
Whiddon Criminal Defense4.9★ (305)In Monroe

How we ranked Monroe divorce and family lawyers

We scored 25 Monroe divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Monroe data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a divorce and family lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
  • Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Divorce and family lawyers in Monroe: frequently asked questions

Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Monroe?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in Monroe, LA is Cummins and Fitts, Family Law Attorneys with an LFR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 67 Google reviews. Knight Law Firm Monroe (#2) and Layne M. Adams (#3) follow. We ranked 25 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many divorce and family lawyers are there in Monroe?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 25 divorce and family lawyers serving Monroe, LA. 19 of them are based in Monroe; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which divorce and family lawyers in Monroe work on weekends?

1 of 25 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Rozas Law Firm (#24). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Monroe divorce and family lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 25 rated divorce and family lawyers in Monroe is 4.2★, with a median of 20 reviews. E. Orum Young Law of Monroe has the most, 272 reviews, and ranks #8. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?

Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do divorce and family lawyers outside Monroe count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Monroe city center, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do divorce and family lawyers in Monroe, LA charge?

Divorce and family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer. A fee that depends on securing a divorce or on the amount of support is not allowed under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $357 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?

Not always, but a lawyer can review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it, which is hard to undo later. Many firms offer limited-scope help for this. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in Monroe, LA ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Monroe?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Monroe

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 25 divorce and family lawyers serving Monroe.

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