Colvin Law Firm

Colvin Law Firm Providing excellent legal service for over 33 years. Located in the heart of Gretna, Louisiana, our experienced attorneys can handle almost any legal need.

Our clients are our priority and we pride ourselves on providing the best legal representation and the best customer service. Our practice areas include personal injury law, family and domestic law, criminal law, and Oil Spill claims, as well as many other areas of law.

Getting divorced later in life? A "gray divorce" requires unraveling decades of shared financial planning. From updating...
09/02/2026

Getting divorced later in life? A "gray divorce" requires unraveling decades of shared financial planning. From updating beneficiaries to tracking down all marital assets, here are the three critical financial moves you must make to protect your retirement.

Not all marriages are "happy ever after." Many couples are divorcing later in life, forcing older adults to rebuild retirement plans after sharing finances.

Involved in a multi-vehicle accident? Comparative negligence rules determine how fault is divided and how much compensat...
08/31/2026

Involved in a multi-vehicle accident? Comparative negligence rules determine how fault is divided and how much compensation you can recover. Learn how pure vs. modified fault laws impact auto crash claims.

Comparative negligence is a principle of tort law commonly used to assign blame and award monetary damages to injured parties in auto accidents.

Huge news for small business owners! FinCEN has permanently ended the beneficial ownership reporting requirements under ...
08/31/2026

Huge news for small business owners! FinCEN has permanently ended the beneficial ownership reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act for U.S. companies. See how this regulatory rollback impacts your business here.

https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0603

Transferring property during divorce may be tax-free initially, but future sales can trigger significant capital gains l...
08/29/2026

Transferring property during divorce may be tax-free initially, but future sales can trigger significant capital gains liabilities. Understanding cost-basis rules and IRS exclusions helps protect your post-divorce financial stability.

Dividing assets fairly in a divorce means looking beyond their current values and asking whether they'll create tax liabilities — or tax breaks — in the future.

Navigating a military divorce involves unique federal guidelines, such as the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protect...
08/28/2026

Navigating a military divorce involves unique federal guidelines, such as the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act (USFSPA). From military pension division to healthcare eligibility, understanding these rules helps protect both parties.

Learn more: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/relationships/separation-divorce/divorced-military-spouse-rights-benefits/?

Learn about your rights and unique legal issues for divorced spouses due to military service. Here are some items to consider as you move through this process.

Before trusting a new doctor with your care, it's wise to do some research. You can check a provider's medical malpracti...
08/27/2026

Before trusting a new doctor with your care, it's wise to do some research. You can check a provider's medical malpractice history through state licensing boards and the Federation of State Medical Boards. Learn what to look for here.

Learn about medical malpractice, such as how to check a healthcare provider's medical malpractice record and how to analyze and understand the findings if there have been medical malpractice suits filed.

Domestic violence can affect anyone in any relationship. Securing medical care, creating a safety plan, preserving evide...
08/26/2026

Domestic violence can affect anyone in any relationship. Securing medical care, creating a safety plan, preserving evidence, and exploring protective orders are essential steps to protect your health and legal rights.

Intimate partner violence, or domestic violence, can be difficult to see if it starts little by little, if your partner says they love you

After a vehicle collision, understanding your rights regarding compensation for medical expenses and lost earnings can i...
08/26/2026

After a vehicle collision, understanding your rights regarding compensation for medical expenses and lost earnings can impact your overall recovery. Knowing when a claim involves complex issues like permanent injury or disputed fault helps protect your financial well-being.

Expert accident resources built on real first responder experience from firefighters and paramedics.

Registering a business involves key decisions on entity structure, state qualifications, and federal compliance requirem...
08/24/2026

Registering a business involves key decisions on entity structure, state qualifications, and federal compliance requirements like FinCEN beneficial ownership reporting. Protect your assets from day one with proper legal preparation. https://www.sba.gov/counseling/launch-your-business/ -permits

Address

230 Huey P Long Avenue
Gretna, LA
70053

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

(504) 367-9001

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