Baton Rouge Unmarried Couples Estate Planning Lawyer
Baton Rouge Unmarried Couples Estate Planning Attorney
Louisiana law does not recognize common law marriage or domestic partners for any part of the estate planning or succession/probate process. Therefore, it is vital that if you are in a committed relationship but do are not legally married, you have a concrete estate plan in place.
Focusing On Your Partner
Depending on your situation, your Field Law estate planning attorney can create a solid plan to ensure that your wishes are carried out and that you get to determine how your partner is treated instead of the default laws of our state.
Our unmarried couple estate planning clients come from every walk of life. We want to review relevant laws while working with you to make decisions regarding inheritance, transfer of rights and obligations, for care during incapacitation and balancing your children’s rights with those of your partner.
One of our most common requests is ensuring that a partner has the right to remain in the couple’s home after a death. This is critical and we can ensure your partner has the right to stay in the home, even if you want your children or others to inherit it later.
Contact Us For A Free Initial Consultation
Field Law is based in Baton Rouge, but we serve clients throughout Louisiana. We are also pleased to work with clients outside the state on matters related to Louisiana estate law and successions. To arrange a free consultation, call us at 225-341-5270, or get started.
Client Testimonial
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My wife and I were leaving the country for a vacation without our eight year old daughter. Morgan made sure our Wills were up-to-date and that we had extra copies of our powers of attorney to stick in our suitcase. He also recommended a special document so my mother-in-law could make decisions in cas
“I cannot recommend Field Law highly enough! Their attention to detail and professionalism is unmatched. My father‘s estate account is not even finished but I just had to write this review. The paralegal working with me is Kimberly Bedgood. She has been wonderful at communicating with me. You never have to wonder where your case stands. Mr. Field is very knowledgeable about Louisiana Estate Law. They have worked tirelessly for me and if you are needing any kind of Estate work, you will be so glad you chose Field Law.” – Yvette Waters (Google Review)
“I live out of state and stopped into Field Law while visiting family, I stopped into Field Law to inquire about a succession. It took time to research, plus there were hurricanes and covid to work around. Once finished I have received a thorough packet of information that was needed. The firm was responsive, friendly employees, and were quick to respond by email or phone. I am glad I found this firm.” – Pam Carr (Google Review)
