Follow our attorney’s blog to learn about the succession process in Louisiana and to get other valuable insights into estate law, preplanning, litigation, and post-succession closure problems. Our firm closes over 200 estates every year, and we share our experiences with you in these helpful blog posts.
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When Your Loved One's Former Spouse Is Named as BeneficiaryIf your loved one died with a former spouse named as a life insurance or retirement account beneficiary in Louisiana, find out what you should do next.
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When an Ex-Spouse Is the Beneficiary of Your Loved One's Life Insurance or Retirement PlanLearn what may happen if a former spouse is the beneficiary of a life insurance or retirement plan at the time of your loved one's death in Louisiana.
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Marital Portions of Louisiana SuccessionsWhat is a marital portion? Do all surviving spouses in Louisiana get a marital portion? How is it valued? Here, get answers to these questions.
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How to Get an Olographic Will Admitted to a Louisiana CourtUnder Louisiana law, your loved one’s handwritten will must be admitted in court. Learn how to do that and avoid problems with olographic wills.
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Special Considerations When Someone Dies Owning Property in More Than One Louisiana ParishIf your loved one owned multiple properties in more than one Louisiana parish, learn how succession is opened and the benefits of hiring a succession attorney.
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What Happens When You Fail to Change Your Beneficiary After Divorce?Beneficiary Designation Litigation
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Six Reasons a Louisiana Succession May Be More ComplicatedSome Louisiana successions are complex. Find out why your loved one’s succession could be complicated and how an experienced succession lawyer may help you.
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What to Do If You’re Given Succession PapersHas someone given you succession papers for a Louisiana estate? Talk to an experienced Louisiana succession lawyer to make sure your rights are protected.
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The Louisiana Small Succession Affidavit: A Quick, Cost-Effective Solution for Small, Simple Estates in LouisianaA small succession affidavit can be used in Louisiana to handle estates under $125,000 that do not require probate
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Does A Widow With No Children Need to Open Succession for Spouse Who Passed Away?Find out why a widow must still open succession in Louisiana after a spouse dies when there are no children.