If property is held in your Louisiana estate at the time of your death, it will likely be subject to state probate laws. The probate process is used to determine how those assets should be distributed to beneficiaries. It may also be used to appoint a guardian for...
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How to include long-term care in an estate plan
The Baby Boomer generation is finally reaching retirement age. These workforce leaders will want to protect their legacy of hard work and accomplishment so their families can continue to enjoy all that they’ve built. Alongside a will, deeds to property, and retirement...
When Louisiana residents die without a will
The laws governing what happens to a deceased person's property in Louisiana can differ from what may happen in many other states. One interesting aspect of estate law in the Bayou State is what happens to property when the deceased person did not have a will....
What is the difference between an heir and a beneficiary?
Louisiana residents who are planning their estate know that both heirs and beneficiaries stand to benefit from the assets left behind But many people are not fully aware of the differences between these two designations. Estate planners should understand this...
Why assets won’t go through probate
If you lived in Louisiana at the time of your passing, your estate will likely be subject to the state's probate laws. Probate ensures that a deceased person's will is valid and carried out in a timely manner. However, there is a chance that your assets will transfer...
The responsibilities of an estate executor
There are many tasks that an executor will need to complete after an individual dies. Typically, the first step in the process of settling a deceased person's affairs is to present the will to a probate judge. Probate may take place in Louisiana if the deceased...
Understanding the executor’s role in an estate
When people in Louisiana write wills, they normally name someone to serve as the executor of their estates. The executor of an estate plays a crucial role in administering the will and handling the estate after the testator passes away. Serving as an executor is...
Your duty as an estate executor
If you have been named as the executor of an estate in Louisiana, you'll likely be concerned with fulfilling your duty to the deceased person. They may have been your friend or a family member, so you'll be feeling a huge amount of responsibility when it comes to...
What are the tax obligations stemming from estate administration?
Serving as the executor of an estate can mean taking responsibility for a large number of different, difficult tasks. For example, you will likely need to make an inventory of physical possessions and place a value on each item. You will need to advise creditors and...
Dealing with your deceased loved one’s debts
When a loved one dies, they probably left a combination of assets and debts behind them. The executor of the estate will have the responsibility of identifying all assets and using them to pay off the debts that the deceased person had. If you believe that your loved...