Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray

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Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray

also known as Liz

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gretna, LA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Adoption, Wills & Living Wills

519 Huey P. Long Avenue, Gretna, LA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Elizabeth

Biography

A compassionate advocate for New Orleans area families, trusted by clients and acknowledged by her peers for her specialized knowledge and experience in divorce and family law.

A compassionate advocate for New Orleans area families, trusted by clients and acknowledged by her peers for her specialized knowledge and experience in divorce and family law.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 98%

Divorce law is our specialty, and we can tailor your case to suit your specific needs, whether you have children, property or support concerns, or whether you and your spouse have little to fight about. We're here for you - to mediate or litigate.

16 years

98%
Adoption 1%

In today's legal climate, same sex couples need legal guidance to ensure they are building their families in the strongest way possible. That means in most cases that intrafamily adoption of children - even those born during their marriage - is best

16 years

1%
Wills and Living Wills 1%

End of life planning for small estates, including simple wills, powers of attorney and living wills, are essential documents for ensuring your family members know your wishes

16 years

1%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Louisiana for 15 years

State: Louisiana

Acquired: 2010

Eligible to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Meneray Family Law, L.L.C.

519 Huey P. Long Avenue, Gretna, LA, 70053

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Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Rebecca | January 04, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Extremely Satisfied Client

As a client, I highly recommend Liz and her staff. As naive, scared, impatient and much more; that I was Liz and her amazing staff were more than just my attorney. They kept me on course when I had doubt and they stayed the course. Liz, was fare and extremely upfront when it came to cost and to what ..."our" action plan would be. She was extremely professional, honest, and knew her stuff. She explained and educated me the pros and cons of each step we took "together" before we took the leap. I was well prepared for the good and the not so good. However, we came out way beyond I ever expected. We WON in the end. I, luckily haven't had to deal with attorneys much , but I would definitely refer, recommend, and continue to use Elizabeth Meneray Law firm. 5 ⭐️

Elizabeth Meneray

Replied last January 18, 2023

Rebecca, thank you for your review. Your case was complex and contested every step of the way. It was a difficult, but worthwhile, path for you to take to make sure you can create the best possible life for your child. While I hope you do not have to use my services again, I trust you know that I am here for you at any time, to provide counsel and advice and take action for you as needed. Take care.

Posted by Andrew | November 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

A Rare Find

Liz showed genuine human empathy and fought for the truth for me. I hired her seeking custody of my children and my ex dragged it out costing me a fortune. Liz did everything that she could to not only put me in the best position for my case, but also to help alleviate the financial burden of this pr...ocess. She is kind and doesn’t throw fits to argue her points like most lawyers do. She also treated me like a fellow human being rather than just a client or a number. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Jennifer | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Reccommended

I hired Mrs. Meneray from Florida to represent me with my child custody modification case in Louisiana. I was very skeptical since I was out of state. She was not only honest but also gave me all my options prior to court. She made me feel very comfortable while facing my biggest fear. I would, witho...ut any reservation, hire her again. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING experience. Thank you for all you did for me.

Elizabeth Meneray

Replied last April 12, 2019

You were a pleasure to work with, and I was happy to help you to reach an agreement with your ex husband in order to modify your custody and child support judgments. As children age, their needs change, and it makes sense to review the judgments in place for custody and support. In your case, you had changed a number of things informally, but because they were not in a Consent Judgment signed by the court, they were unenforceable, and your ex could go back on the informal agreement at any time. Now you know where you stand, and so does he. Glad I could be of assistance to you.

Posted by Jennifer | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly Recommended

Absolutely amazing is two words to describe Mrs. Meneray. I hired her from out of state (Florida) to handle a modification of my child visitation agreement in Louisiana. Not only did she provide me excellent advice she was very knowledgeable with family law. She was always available if I had question...s and supported me though my tough journey. I highly recommend her and can't thank her enough for her support!

Elizabeth Meneray

Replied last March 27, 2019

Jennifer, it was a pleasure to work with you. I am pleased that we were able to correct what was a very out of balance situation for you. We were able to equalize your child support to make it more fair to both parents, and to benefit both children, and we were able to better secure your time with your children at various times throughout the year. The law favors close and continuing contact between both parents and their children, and the fact that you are out of state should never have been an obstacle to keep you from them. All the best to you and your girls!

Posted by Bianca Bartlett | September 20, 2017

Very understanding and willing to help

Elizabeth was very understanding and willing to help me with the left issue I'm having

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Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's Lawyer Endorsements

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Crystal Craddock-Posey

Family lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ramesh Reddy

Family lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Liz is a fantastic lawyer. Extremely approachable, caring and meticulous. I couldn't endorse another family lawyer more than her."

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Barbara Ziv

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Liz Meneray is an extremely competent, thorough and compassionate attorney. It was a pleasure working opposite her on a complicated case, with difficult clients."

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Kristyl Treadaway

Family lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Liz and I were opposing counsel on a rather complicated case. I found her to be knowledgeable of the law. She fought aggressively and professionally for her client."

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Lucy Killen

Family lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Liz is a great client advocate and leader in the family law practice area in New Orleans. She will make your case her top priority."

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Kevin Marcilliat

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Abid Hussain

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Liz is an amazing, conscientious, and compassionate lawyer. She is one of the first people I call when I have to refer a client for a family-law matter."

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Ramesh Reddy

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Barbara Ziv

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Renee Swanson

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Kevin Marcilliat

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2021

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2020

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Top Lawyers in New Orleans, New Orleans Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Family Law Attorney, New Orleans Magazine

2017

Pro Bono Hero, Louisiana State Bar Association

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Top Family Law Attorney, New Orleans Magazine

2015

Top Family Law Attorney, New Orleans Magazine

2013

Women of the Year, New Orleans City Business

2010

Scholarship for Outstanding Student Practice in Family Law, Association of Women Attorneys

2010

Top Family Law Student, Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Trained Collaborative Divorce Professional, Meneray Family Law, L.L.C.

2013 - Present

Certified Family Law Mediator, Meneray Family Law, L.L.C.

2010 - Present

Attorney at Law, Meneray Family Law, L.L.C.

2022 - 2025

Domestic Hearing Officer, 24th Judicial District Court Parish of Jefferson

Associations

2024 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Vice President

2022 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Secretary of Executive Committee

2015 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Alliance of Greater New Orleans

Member

2015 - Present

International Association of Collaborative Divorce Professionals

Member

2010 - Present

Louisiana State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Orleans Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Association of Women Attorneys

Member

2017 - 2017

The NOLA Project

Secretary, Executive Committee

2014 - 2016

The NOLA Project

Chair of Marketing and Public Relations Committee

Sample of Legal Cases

Bridges v. Noralez

Failure to permit child to see parent was considered contempt, punishable by having to pay other parent's attorney's fees and costs

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Education

2010

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of New Orleans

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Continuing Legal Education

Hot Topics in Family Law

2020

Solo and Small Firms Conference Spousal Support Laws in Louisiana

2020

Persons Course, Professor Monica Wallace

The Client Interview and 102 Divorce

2020

Navigating the LGBTQ+ Journey Adoption

2019

Persons Course, Loyola Law, Professor Monica Wallace

Drafting the Divorce Petition

2019

Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Section Annual Conference

Family Law Update

2019

Louisiana State Bar Association, Access to Justice Committee

Lawyers in Libraries

2018

Lawyers in Libraries

Family Law

2017

LSBA Solo and Small Firm Conference Professionalism

2017

LSBA Solo and Small Firm Conference LA Relocation Statute

2017

Lawyers in Libraries

Family Law

2017

CLE

Professionalism

2016

Student Film - Loyola Persons Course

Orleans v. Jefferson Parishes - Filing for 103 Divorce

2016

Persons Course, Professor Monica Wallace

Interviewing the Client

2016

Luncheon with Family Law Students and Professors

Family Law

2016

Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Conference

Moderator

2016

Louisiana State Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Professionalism - Lafayette, LA

2016

Lawyers in Libraries Family Law

2016

Ethics and Professionalism CLE Professionalism - Bossier City, LA

2016

Ethics and Professionalism CLE Professionalism - New Orleans, LA

2016

CLE Wrap Up Professionalism

2015

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

Interviewing the Client

2015

Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Conference

Moderator

2015

Lawyers in Libraries Program Family Law

2014

Persons Course, Professor Monica Wallace

Interviewing the Client

2014

Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

The 103 Divorce

2014

Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Conference

Moderator

2014

Lawyers in Libraries Family Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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