Category Archives: Successions & Probate
Avoiding Conflicts in Uncontested Successions in Louisiana
Losing a loved one is always difficult, but the legal process that follows can add worry and strain during an already emotional time. Avoiding conflicts in uncontested successions proceedings in Louisiana can enable a smooth…
Louisiana’s Usufruct 101: Proceeds, Gifts, and Depreciating Assets
Usufruct & Ownership: Lessons from Mitchell v. Margavio Insights from the Louisiana Third Circuit’s Decision in Mitchell v. Succession of Margavio When Louisiana property owners die leaving a surviving spouse and children, state law often creates…
Contested vs Uncontested Succession in Louisiana: What’s The Difference? 2025
Losing a loved one is difficult, especially if you’re going through the legal process of handling an estate. Contested vs uncontested succession in Louisiana determines how smoothly an estate transfers to heirs. When disputes come…
3 tips for passing a business to your children
3 tips for passing a business to your children Many business owners plan to leave the company to their children. They see the business as a legacy. They want their children to run the company…
Waiting for your inheritance: Timeline for beneficiaries in Louisiana
Waiting for your inheritance: Timeline for beneficiaries in Louisiana The loss of a loved one is a difficult experience, and financial concerns can add extra stress to an already overwhelming time of life. As such,…
Can families remove the succession representative of an estate?
Can families remove the succession representative of an estate? The person assigned to oversee Louisiana succession proceedings is the succession representative or personal representative of the estate. Their responsibilities may last for months and can…
From founder to successor: A seamless leadership transition
From founder to successor: A seamless leadership transition Family businesses are the backbone of the economy, blending personal and professional dynamics. The foundation laid by the founder of a family company is crucial, and a…
Can you do a succession yourself in Louisiana?
Can you do a succession yourself in Louisiana? In Louisiana, you can complete a succession (commonly known as probate in other states) without an attorney, but it can be a complex and legally intricate process.…
How to prepare your children to take over the family business
How to prepare your children to take over the family business Passing on the family legacy to the next generation is a formidable task. The intricacies of transitioning a business to your children require a…
Five Reasons Succession Litigation is Important in Louisiana
Five Reasons Succession Litigation is Important in Louisiana Succession litigation, also known as probate litigation, plays a crucial role in the legal landscape of Louisiana. It encompasses legal disputes related to the administration of a…
