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Long-form articles on Louisiana estate law — deeper than the blog, written for families who want to understand the details before deciding what to do.
Donations Inter Vivos vs Mortis Causa in Louisiana (Explained)
Louisiana donations inter vivos (lifetime gifts) vs mortis causa (gifts by will): formalities, tax consequences, collation, forced heirship, and common mistakes.
Louisiana Legacies: Residuary, Particular & Universal Legatees Explained
Louisiana legacies explained: universal, general, and particular legatees under Civil Code Article 1584. What "residuary legatee" means, how debts and lapse rules apply.
Louisiana Notarial Will: Requirements, Format & Cost (2026)
Louisiana notarial will requirements under Civil Code Article 1577: format, signatures, witnesses, attestation, common mistakes that invalidate wills, and cost.
Challenging Validity of Last Will and Testament in Louisiana
There are many legal challenges that can be made to invalidate a Last Will and Testament. Find out the most common ones here.
Blended Family Estate Litigation in Louisiana
Blended families may have conflicts after a spouse, parent, or stepparent dies. Learn about possible estate problems and how a lawyer can help.
Wills Created Without Lawyers Cause Estate Problems Later On
If your parent created a will without a lawyer or you have questions about the will, get the help of an estate litigation lawyer to ensure correct execution.
How Louisiana Courts Interpret Contested Wills
If you loved one’s will is being contested in Louisiana, it’s important to know what the court will consider when deciding what legatees should inherit.
Estate Planning for Blended Families in Louisiana: Wills, Trusts & Stepchildren
If you live in Louisiana and have a blended family, don’t let the courts decide how to divide your property after you die. Learn more about estate planning.
Dying Without an Estate Plan in Louisiana
A comprehensive estate plan will preserve your wealth and make life easier for your loved ones when you die. There could be problems for the estate without one.
Louisiana Estate Planning for Incapacity or Disability
Without proper planning, you and your loved one’s lives could be much more difficult than they have to be if you suffer a stroke or develop dementia.
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