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Ancillary probate is a secondary probate process that may be necessary if a deceased person owned property in a state other than their home state. While regular probate handles the distribution of assets within the decedent's home state, ancillary probate deals with...
In the realm of estate planning, a Power of Attorney (POA) is a vital tool that everyone should consider--regardless of their age or financial status. A POA is a legal document that allows you to designate someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf in the...
Discussing estate planning with your parents can seem daunting. It can be a delicate and uncomfortable conversation. However, adult children must know if their parents have a plan and whether it is up-to-date. Here are some tips on how to approach them in a way that...
In life's inevitable transitions, planning for the future is crucial. This includes ensuring your loved ones are taken care of after you're gone. Louisiana, with its unique legal system, has specific inheritance laws that differ from other states. Understanding these...
You might think that your job as a parent is just about complete by the time your child leaves to attend a Louisiana college or university. However, even as a young adult, your son or daughter will likely have an emotional reaction to the news of your divorce....
A divorce might result in the loss of your Louisiana home, a bank account or other assets. However, it doesn't have to mean the loss of a relationship with your children. There are many steps that you are encouraged to take to make this difficult time as easy as...
Once your children grow up, you might lose the motivation to stick with your marriage. Couples in Louisiana sometimes feel the need to move on from their marriages once they are no longer raising young children. Although many marriages survive this parental stage of...
The end of your marriage in Louisiana will involve many variables that must be resolved. One of them will be the care and custody of your children. You want to ensure your rights to see and be with your children are respected. One of the best ways to do so is to...
Divorce is rarely a carefree experience. On the contrary, it can have a significant impact on your life. While every divorce in Louisiana is unique, some common factors can contribute to the unraveling of a marriage. Infidelity Infidelity is one of the most common...
In Louisiana, state law encourages both parents to spend as much time with their children as possible. Shared physical custody is a popular option. Here's what that might look like after divorce. 2-2-3 or 3-3-4-4 parenting plans Young children benefit from regular...
