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Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray

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Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray
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About Elizabeth

I'm Liz, a solo practioner and mother of a young son.  I juggle a law practice, an active and community based social life, and my child's busy calendar, just as so many of my clients juggle and struggle to maintain their work and family obligations.  I get it, and I try to relate my personal understanding to my clients so that they feel listened to, understood, and ultimately, helped.  My clients and fellow attorneys recognize me as a compassionate but vigorous advocate. I care about my clients and that makes me a diligent representative.  My goals for client service are compassion for your needs, loyalty to your interests, and a deep knowledge and skill that comes from over 10 years of experience.  I look forward to working with you and invite you to contact me at (504) 581-4334 or by e-mail at [email protected].

Practice areas

  1. Divorce and separation: 60%

    Liz helps her clients navigate the often uncharted waters of divorce, helping them to understand their rights, their responsibilities, and the intricate legal procedures they must navigate to find their way to independence and a new start.

    12 years

  2. Child custody: 30%

    Liz is dedicated to helping you in language you can understand. Family laws are complicated enough for lawyers; don't try to navigate these complex issues without a trusted and experienced attorney guide.

  3. Adoption: 10%

    Liz enjoys working with adopting couples, helping them to build their families and working to ease the transition for them and their children as they start their new lives together.

    12 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Meneray Family Law, LLC

710 Carondelet Street
New Orleans, LA, 70130

Website
http://menerayfamilylaw.com/ 

    Metairie Office of Meneray Family Law, L.L.C.

    341 Metairie Road
    Metairie, LA, 70005

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    LAEligible to Practice Law201004/13/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers193
    Legal guides1
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Rising StarSuperLawyers2020
    Top Lawyers in New OrleansNew Orleans Magazine2020
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2019
    Top Lawyers in New OrleansNew Orleans Magazine2019
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers Magazine2018
    Top Lawyers in New OrleansNew Orleans Magazine2018
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2017
    Pro Bono HeroLouisiana State Bar Association2017
    Top Family Law AttorneyNew Orleans Magazine2017
    Rising StarSuper Lawyers2017
    Top Family Law AttorneyNew Orleans Magazine2016
    Top Family Law AttorneyNew Orleans Magazine2015
    Women of the YearNew Orleans City Business2013
    Top Family Law StudentLoyola University New Orleans College of Law2010
    Scholarship for Outstanding Student Practice in Family LawAssociation of Women Attorneys2010
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Trained Collaborative Divorce ProfessionalMeneray Family Law, L.L.C.2015 - Present
    Certified Family Law MediatorMeneray Family Law, L.L.C.2013 - Present
    Attorney at LawMeneray Family Law, L.L.C.2010 - Present
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Collaborative Divorce Alliance of Greater New OrleansMember2015 - Present
    International Association of Collaborative Divorce ProfessionalsMember2015 - Present
    Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    New Orleans Bar AssociationMember2010 - Present
    Association of Women AttorneysMember2010 - Present
    The NOLA ProjectSecretary, Executive Committee2017 - 2017
    The NOLA ProjectChair of Marketing and Public Relations Committee2014 - 2016
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    Biz New OrleansFive Tips from a Local Divorce Lawyer2019
    KTVI, Fox2 News, St. Louis, MOTelevision interview re: Sophia Vergara case2018
    New Orleans MagazineMy Toughest Case: The Opposition's Contempt of Court2017
    The Times PicayuneSofia Vergara Embryo Case Could Have Broader Implications on Reproductive Law2017
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Loyola University New Orleans College of LawJD - Juris Doctor2010
    University of New OrleansBA - Bachelor of Arts1993
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Solo and Small Firms ConferenceSpousal Support Laws in Louisiana2020
    Persons Course, Professor Monica WallaceThe Client Interview and 102 Divorce2020
    Navigating the LGBTQ+ JourneyAdoption2020
    Persons Course, Loyola Law, Professor Monica WallaceDrafting the Divorce Petition2019
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm Section Annual ConferenceFamily Law Update2019
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Access to Justice CommitteeLawyers in Libraries2019
    Lawyers in LibrariesFamily Law2018
    LSBA Solo and Small Firm ConferenceProfessionalism2017
    LSBA Solo and Small Firm ConferenceLA Relocation Statute2017
    Lawyers in LibrariesFamily Law2017
    CLEProfessionalism2017
    Student Film - Loyola Persons CourseOrleans v. Jefferson Parishes - Filing for 103 Divorce2016
    Persons Course, Professor Monica WallaceInterviewing the Client2016
    Luncheon with Family Law Students and ProfessorsFamily Law2016
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm ConferenceModerator2016
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Continuing Legal EducationProfessionalism - Lafayette, LA2016
    Lawyers in LibrariesFamily Law2016
    Ethics and Professionalism CLEProfessionalism - Bossier City, LA2016
    Ethics and Professionalism CLEProfessionalism - New Orleans, LA2016
    CLE Wrap UpProfessionalism2016
    Loyola University New Orleans College of LawInterviewing the Client2015
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm ConferenceModerator2015
    Lawyers in Libraries ProgramFamily Law2015
    Persons Course, Professor Monica WallaceInterviewing the Client2014
    Loyola University New Orleans College of LawThe 103 Divorce2014
    Louisiana State Bar Association, Solo and Small Firm ConferenceModerator2014
    Lawyers in LibrariesFamily Law2014
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Bridges v. NoralezFailure to permit child to see parent was considered contempt, punishable by having to pay other parent's attorney's fees and costs

    Reviews

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    Review Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray

    Amazing lawyer for the last 3 years

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: Your endorsement means so much, thank you! I want the decisions made on every case to be made carefully, and with an understanding of all of the options, and all the consequences of each option. It's a complicated area of the law, and I work hard to know it well, so I can provide the highest level of advice and service to my clients. Thanks again.

    Amicable Agreement

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: I was so thrilled to see the two of you work together for your son's best interests. What I did pales in comparison to the commitment you showed as parents to make certain your son has close and continuing contact with both of you and enjoys the fruits of a healthy co-parenting partnership. Congratulations!

    A Rare Find

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    Highly Reccommended

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: 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.

    Highly Recommended

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: 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!

    Very understanding and willing to help

    5.0 stars

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    I Highly Recommend Liz Meneray!

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: Thank you for sharing your positive experience. I do work hard to make certain the tough decisions that have to be made are weighed as carefully and thoroughly as possible. That means knowing what's important to a client, and presenting all of the options in a way that allows the client to be informed and advised. I am pleased you had a great experience working with me, and while I hope you won't need me again, feel free to contact me any time.

    Excellent attorney

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: Cases like yours are so emotionally difficult, and I feel the strain just as my clients do when someone is trying to take advantage of a situation or manipulate another's feelings. I am relieved when I can get a good result and help my client to feel more secure. All the best to you.

    Compassionate yet fiercely protective

    5.0 stars

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: I value what you've said, and I thank you so much for taking the time to let people know about your experience. I understand how intimidating these family law processes can be, and I don't want to part of the system that mystifies my clients. I want to be a guide through the process, and help as much as I can to ease the pain of whatever transitions a client needs to make it through. Thanks again. Take care.

    Recent Client; Great Experience

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    Elizabeth Stevenson Meneray's response: Thank you for taking the time to post these thoughts. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you.

    Attorney endorsements

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    Lawyer Ramesh K Reddy

    Ramesh Reddy, Family Attorney on Nov 8, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Barbara J Ziv

    Barbara Ziv, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Ramesh K Reddy

    Ramesh Reddy, Family Attorney on Nov 8, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Barbara J Ziv

    Barbara Ziv, Marriage and prenuptials Attorney on Jun 9, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Kristyl R Treadaway

    Kristyl Treadaway, Family Attorney on Mar 21, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Lucy Ann Killen

    Lucy Killen, Family Attorney on Mar 11, 2016
    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.

    Lawyer Kevin Matthew Marcilliat

    Kevin Marcilliat, Family Attorney on Mar 3, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Abid Hussain

    Abid Hussain, Family Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
    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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