Benoit v. Lestremau

WICKER, Judge.

Lynn Ann Benoit appeals a judgment maintaining an exception of res judicata in favor of Kenneth R. Benoit, her former husband. At issue was Mrs. Benoit’s motion to modify a previous consent judgment of child support. We reverse and remand.

Mr. and Mrs. Benoit married in 1969 and had two daughters, Kendra Marie and Kristi Anne. They separated in 1981 and have been divorced since 1983. Mr. Benoit has remarried.

Mrs. Benoit has always had sole custody of the children; and Mr. Benoit has contributed support consisting of private school costs, medical insurance, and a monthly cash…