Our firm’s founder, Betsy A. Fischer, has spent her career dedicated to practicing family law, and her steadfast integrity in advising and guiding her clients has earned her the highest level of respect from both judges and her peers. With over 30 years of experience as a family lawyer, Betsy is experienced in all facets of family law, offering expertise in complex child custody and financial matters.

Recognizing the uniqueness of each family situation, she approaches every case as an opportunity for creative problem solving. She is committed to helping individuals regain their voice and confidence so they can successfully move forward with their lives after divorce.

Betsy is a well-known and respected family law attorney located in Jefferson Parish who provides clients with a wide range of options. She is an experienced litigator who can handle the most challenging cases including those involving contested custody and people with a personality disorder. She’s also trained in collaborative divorce and family law mediation to help families who want to protect their family and finances from the stress and conflict of divorce. She prioritizes reaching a negotiated agreement; however, she is a fierce advocate for clients when court is the only option. She uses her background and knowledge to help clients choose an approach that will best accomplish their goals and reduce unnecessary legal expenses. She finds genuine joy in resolving cases and she offers the human touch to make every client feel that they are important and their issues matter.

At the law firm of Betsy A. Fischer and Associates, LLC, we are a go-to legal resource for family law and elder law issues. We offer real-world guidance for clients facing important life transitions. Our firm regularly helps clients needing legal advice in the parishes of Jefferson, Orleans, St. Charles, St. Tammany, St. Bernard and St. John.