We understand that settling a loved one’s estate can be an emotionally draining process, and we are here to handle all the details for you. However, if you want to learn more about each step of the process, we invite you to read our free library articles. In these informative articles, we provide an in-depth explanation of Louisiana inheritance law and discuss problems that can arise after a succession is complete.
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Independent Administration of a Louisiana Estate An independent administration of an estate might be right for your situation. Learn more about this type of succession, so you can make an informed decision. -
Objecting to a Will in Louisiana A potential heir may object to the admission of a will in a Louisiana succession case. Here, learn about potential reasons to contest a will. -
How to Classify Property in Louisiana Succession Cases Before property can be distributed in a Louisiana succession case, it must be classified as separate property or community property. Learn more here. -
What to Do Before You Start a Succession Case If you need to file a succession case, there are some essential things to do ahead of time to help make everything easier for you and your family. -
Determining a Spouses Share in an Intestate Succession What rights do you have if your spouse died without a will in Louisiana? Learn what to expect and how to make sure that you are treated fairly. -
Common Pleadings in Louisiana Succession Cases Before a succession case is resolved, the court must receive certain pleadings. Learn what to provide to the court and how a lawyer can protect your rights. -
Louisiana Succession Debts Few people die without debt. If your loved one has died, debts could affect your inheritance, so it’s important to understand what happens to that debt. -
Unworthy Heirs in Louisiana An unworthy heir may not be who you think. Learn how unworthy heirs are defined in Louisiana and how the courts make this declaration. -
What to Do About a Missing Will in Louisiana If you’re confident your loved one had a will, but you can’t find the original, learn what you need to do and how a Louisiana succession lawyer may help you. -
Types of Louisiana Wills and Testaments If your loved one died and left a last will and testament, it may not be accepted in a Louisiana court. Learn the two types of wills that are enforceable in LA.