Schnaars Law Firm LLC

Schnaars Law Firm LLC represents a new generation of family law practice in Lafayette, Louisiana, offering compassionate, skilled representation to families navigating divorce, custody disputes, and other family law matters. Founded in 2018 by Dyan Schnaars, the firm has quickly established itself as a premier destination for those seeking experienced, dedicated legal counsel during life's most difficult transitions.

Dyan Schnaars is a Louisiana native with deep roots in the Acadiana region and an unwavering commitment to serving her community. Her path to law reveals a mind drawn to understanding complex systems and human behavior. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from University of Louisiana at Lafayette, with a concentration in Management, providing a solid foundation for understanding the financial and operational aspects of family law disputes, particularly regarding business valuations, asset division, and financial management during custody arrangements.

With 25 years of comprehensive legal experience and four of those years dedicated exclusively to family law, Dyan brings substantial depth to her practice. Her exclusive focus on family law in recent years reflects a deliberate choice to develop expertise in a specific area, enabling her to achieve superior results for her clients. The legal community has recognized this commitment and expertise through remarkable accolades and awards. She has been named one of NAFLA's (National Academy of Family Law Attorneys) Top 10 Attorneys Under 40—an honor that reflects her peers' recognition of her exceptional skill, professionalism, and dedication to the field. Remarkably, she achieved this recognition early in her family law specialization, demonstrating talent and insight that stands out even among accomplished attorneys.

Dyan's awards and distinctions tell a story of consistent excellence and community commitment. She has been named an Elite Lawyer in 2022, 2023, and 2025—three separate designations that reflect ongoing recognition from the legal community. In 2023, she was recognized as one of the Top Three Divorce Attorneys in Lafayette, an honor that places her among the very best in her immediate community. Perhaps most impressively, Dyan has received the Outstanding Attorney Award for six consecutive years for her pro bono work, demonstrating that her commitment to justice extends beyond paying clients to encompass service for those unable to afford legal representation. The Louisiana State Bar Association recognized this pro bono dedication with a Pro Bono Publico Award in 2015.

The firm's practice areas encompass the full spectrum of family law matters. Divorce representation addresses property division, custody determination, support issues, and all matters arising from marital dissolution. Schnaars Law Firm handles both contested divorces requiring litigation and uncontested divorces where couples have reached agreement. The team's expertise in child custody matters reflects a particularly deep commitment to protecting children's welfare and securing arrangements that serve their best interests. Child support calculations receive meticulous attention, ensuring accurate determinations based on Louisiana law and each family's financial circumstances.

Paternity matters constitute an important part of the firm's practice, as these cases determine parental rights and responsibilities for unmarried parents. Spousal support and alimony cases require sophisticated financial analysis and advocacy, and Dyan's business background enables her to understand complex financial situations thoroughly. The firm also navigates succession and estate matters that often intersect with family law, recognizing that comprehensive legal planning serves families' long-term interests.

What sets Schnaars Law Firm apart is the genuine partnership approach to client representation. Dyan and her team view each client not as a file to process but as a person whose life is temporarily disrupted by legal challenges. They take time to understand each client's goals, values, and concerns, ensuring that legal strategy aligns with personal aspirations. This personalized approach, combined with substantial legal knowledge and courtroom experience, produces consistently positive outcomes for clients.

Dyan's commitment to pro bono service—demonstrated by her six Outstanding Attorney Awards—reveals her fundamental belief in justice and access to legal representation. This same dedication to fairness and doing what's right guides her representation of paying clients. Clients consistently describe feeling heard, respected, and effectively advocated for throughout their legal matters.

The firm's office in Lafayette provides convenient access to representation for families throughout the Acadiana region. From Rayne to Lafayette and throughout Vermilion Parish and surrounding areas, Schnaars Law Firm serves families with the same dedication to excellence and compassion.

For families seeking a family law attorney who combines 25 years of experience, specialized family law expertise, consistent recognition for excellence, and genuine commitment to justice, Dyan Schnaars and Schnaars Law Firm LLC offer exceptional representation. Her awards, her community recognition, and the loyalty of satisfied clients all attest to her ability to guide families successfully through divorce, custody, and other family law challenges.