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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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. -
Louisiana Intestate Succession Heirs When someone dies without a will in Louisiana, the state decides who inherits property. Here, learn about community and separate property rights. -
Small Succession Affidavits and Judicial Administrations Did your loved one die with less than $125,000 in assets? Find out if a small succession may be the right option for your family. -
Types of Successions In Louisiana Choosing the best estate procedure is the most important step. Find out what procedures are available to get started on the right path and save time and money. -
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. -
Transferring Property & Assets After a Death in Louisiana Before heirs can receive property and other assets left to them in a Louisiana testament, they will have to wait for the completion of the succession process.