Ancillary Successions
If a deceased LA resident owned property in another state or country, their estate rep must initiate ancillary succession proceedings. Our attorneys explain.
Practice: Succession & Probate
Avoiding Delays in a Louisiana Succession
Louisiana successions can be time-consuming, but avoiding common mistakes could help you speed up this often drawn-out process. Our LA attorney explains.
Capacity to Inherit in Louisiana
If you stand to inherit assets in a Louisiana succession case, learn who has the capacity to inherit, who doesn’t, and how to contact a lawyer for help.
What Is in a Louisiana Judgment of Possession?
You may wonder what needs to go into your Judgment of Possession. Here, learn what the document must contain and where to file it in Louisiana.
Creditor Lawsuits Against a Louisiana Estate
Creditors must file special claims with an estate representative. If the claim isn’t recognized, the creditor can file a lawsuit. Our Louisiana attorneys explain.
Extrajudicial (Out-of-Court) Successions in Louisiana — How They Work
If your loved one died without a will, you might have options about proceeding with a Louisiana succession. Learn about an extrajudicial succession here.
Finding the Right Succession Litigation Attorney
While you do not need a lawyer to file an estate lawsuit, hiring an attorney could save you time, money, and stress. Our LA attorneys explain.
Forcing the Sale of an Inherited Property
Under certain, limited circumstances, the co-owner of an inherited property can petition the court to force a sale of real estate. Our Louisiana attorneys explain.
How a Louisiana Succession Lawyer Could Help Your Family
While state law does not require that you hire an attorney, an experienced LA lawyer could help your family overcome unexpected challenges in a succession.
How Attorneys Help Louisiana Estate Executors
While Louisiana law does not require an estate executor to hire an attorney, having competent legal counsel can help the estate survive unexpected challenges.