Estate Planning

Probate is a legal process where the court oversees the administration of an estate. This process usually involves validating an individual’s Last Will and Testament, distributing assets to the proper beneficiaries, and satisfying debts. If there is no Will, probate is the general administration of the decedent’s estate according to the state’s laws. In Louisiana,…

If you are an adult and have to care for a parent, you may have to figure out their housing arrangements at some point. While the ultimate decision will likely be your parents, there is some research that may help you with these choices and assist you when it comes time to make a decision…

When caring for a new baby, the last thing you want to think about at this time is an estate plan. However, it is worth taking the time to talk to an estate planning attorney about your options. As a new parent, the primary benefit of an estate plan is to ensure your child is…

Many believe estate planning is only necessary if they are married, have children, or possess significant wealth. However, regardless of age or relationship status, estate planning is crucial. Even if you do not have a spouse or children, if you pass away without a plan, your assets will be distributed according to the court’s discretion….

A personal representative in Louisiana, also known as an executor, administrator, or succession representative, is responsible for collecting, preserving, and managing succession property according to state laws. During this succession, the personal representative will be treated as owning all of the property and having the right to enforce all the succession debts. However, because every…

While discussing future plans for when you pass away is not the easiest conversation to have, it is an important one. What’s more, these discussions should start way sooner than you may expect. In fact, to properly manage the details of your life and help your loved ones ensure your wishes are carried out, estate…

Estate planning is a great way to come up with a plan for the future, figure out how to manage assets and affairs during your lifetime, and provide your loved ones with a plan they can reference when you can no longer do so for yourself. However, with all the benefits that estate planning can…

 A gun trust is used primarily to help pass firearm ownership to other individuals when the gun owner dies. Not only are there numerous benefits of these gun trusts, especially in Louisiana, but these trusts also allow gun owners to have peace of mind that their guns are going to people they can rely on….

All parents worry about their children, especially when it comes to their future. However, when a parent has a child with disabilities or special health care needs, this worry can involve numerous other concerns, such as who will take care of their child when they are gone, where their child will live, and who will…