Find Divorce Records in Iberia Parish
Iberia Parish divorce records are public documents kept by the Clerk of Court in New Iberia. The office handles records for the 16th Judicial District and is the main place to find, view, or get copies of divorce case files in the parish.
Iberia Parish Quick Facts
Iberia Parish Clerk of Court
The Clerk of Court for Iberia Parish is Michael Thibodeaux, located at 300 Iberia Street in New Iberia. The office is the official keeper of all civil court records in the parish, including divorce filings, judgments, and all related documents. Iberia Parish's divorce records are considered public and can be accessed through the court clerk's office that handled the divorce proceedings.
The 16th Judicial District Court serves St. Mary, Iberia, and St. Martin Parishes. Cases filed in Iberia Parish are heard by judges assigned to this district, and all records stay with the Iberia Parish Clerk regardless of which judge handled the case.
| Court | Iberia Parish Clerk of Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 Iberia Street, New Iberia, LA 70562 (P.O. Drawer 12010, New Iberia, LA 70562) |
| Phone | (337) 365-7282 |
| Fax | (337) 365-7636 |
| Hours | Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | iberiaclerk.com |
The Iberia Parish Clerk of Court website offers information about office services and how to contact the staff in New Iberia.
The Iberia Parish Clerk of Court website is the starting point for any record inquiry in the parish.
Call the office at (337) 365-7282 to ask about a specific case, request copies, or confirm what is available before visiting in person.
Searching for Records: In Person or by Phone
There is no online portal for searching civil court cases within Iberia Parish; therefore, physical inquiries at the court handling the case or contacting the court by phone might be necessary. This is an important distinction from some other Louisiana parishes that have web-based search tools.
To search in person, go to the clerk's office at 300 Iberia Street in New Iberia during business hours. Bring the names of both parties and an approximate filing date. Staff will search the index and let you view the file. Copies are available at the standard fee.
By phone, call (337) 365-7282. Have the party names ready. Staff can usually give you a case number and tell you what documents are on file. You can follow up with a mail request for copies if you cannot visit in person.
E-Recording and Online Services
While civil case searches are not available online, the Iberia Parish Clerk does offer e-recording for certain document types. This service is used primarily for land records, mortgages, and conveyances, not for divorce case filings directly. But it shows the office is connected to modern record management systems.
The e-recordings section of the clerk's site describes what types of documents can be submitted electronically and how that process works.
The Iberia Parish Clerk e-recording page explains the electronic document submission options available through the office.
For divorce case records specifically, in-person or phone contact with the clerk's office remains the primary access method.
Divorce Filing Procedures
Iberia Parish cities include Avery Island, Delcambre, Jeanerette, Loreauville, and New Iberia, the parish seat. All divorce cases involving residents of these communities are filed with the Iberia Parish Clerk of Court at 300 Iberia St., New Iberia, LA 70562.
Louisiana divorce law provides two main options. Under Civil Code Article 102, a spouse files first, then waits 180 days for the final judgment. If the couple has minor children, the wait is 365 days. Under Civil Code Article 103, if spouses have already been separated for the required time before filing, the process can move faster. The filing fee for a divorce petition in Iberia Parish is approximately $250 to $400. Fee waivers are available for qualifying low-income filers.
Louisiana is a community property state under Civil Code Article 2325. Any assets or debts built up during the marriage must be divided equally. This often generates additional documents in the divorce file, including settlement agreements or court-ordered partitions.
What Is in a Divorce File
A typical Iberia Parish divorce file may contain the original petition for divorce, the other spouse's answer or waiver, any protective orders or temporary support orders, financial disclosure forms, a settlement agreement if the case was uncontested, and the final judgment of divorce. The judgment is what most people need for name changes, remarriage, or other legal purposes.
Under Louisiana R.S. 44:1, these records are public. Anyone can request to view or copy them. Sealed documents require a court order to access. The clerk will tell you if any portion of the file has been restricted.
Copy Fees and Requests
Standard Louisiana copy fees apply at the Iberia Parish Clerk's office. Regular copies are about $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee. For mail requests, send a letter to the P.O. Drawer 12010, New Iberia, LA 70562 address. Include party names, an approximate filing date, and payment for copies.
Legal Aid
Iberia Parish residents who need free or low-cost legal help with divorce matters may contact Acadiana Legal Service Corporation at (337) 237-4320. This organization serves the Acadiana region and can assist with family law questions, court forms, and representation for qualifying individuals.
Louisiana Law Help provides online resources for people navigating the divorce process without an attorney, including step-by-step guides and downloadable forms.
Nearby Parishes
The 16th Judicial District covers Iberia, St. Mary, and St. Martin Parishes. If a case involves parties in those parishes, records may also be at the respective clerks' offices.
- St. Mary Parish (shares the 16th JDC)
- St. Martin Parish (shares the 16th JDC)
- Vermilion Parish
- Lafayette Parish
- St. Landry Parish