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Jul 01, 2024
Review your estate plan at these key times
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

Review your estate plan at these key times Making an estate plan is an excellent step toward providing stability for your family. You help them smoothly transition through this period in life with lower odds…

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Jul 01, 2024
When does someone lack the capacity to draft a will in Louisiana?
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

When does someone lack the capacity to draft a will in Louisiana? There are certain requirements for a valid and enforceable will in Louisiana. The first is that someone must be an adult. There are…

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Jul 01, 2024
From founder to successor: A seamless leadership transition
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

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…

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Jul 01, 2024
10 reasons people don’t want to hire an attorney to prepare their Last Will and Testament
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10 reasons people don’t want to hire an attorney to prepare their Last Will and Testament Cost Concerns: Legal fees can be perceived as high, especially for those with simple estate planning needs. Some may opt…

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Jul 01, 2024
What is a do-it-yourself Will in Louisiana?
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

What is a do-it-yourself Will in Louisiana? In Louisiana, an olographic will is a type of last will and testament that is entirely handwritten, dated and signed by the testator (the person making the will).…

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Jul 01, 2024
Why do Louisiana LGBT clients need an estate plan more than ever?
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

Why do Louisiana LGBT clients need an estate plan more than ever? Louisiana LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) clients, like their counterparts in many other states, often have specific challenges and considerations regarding estate…

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Jul 01, 2024
Can you do a succession yourself in Louisiana?
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

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.…

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Jul 01, 2024
How to prepare your children to take over the family business
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

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…

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Jul 01, 2024
Why new parents need to start estate planning
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

Why new parents need to start estate planning Becoming a parent is a transformative experience. As you welcome a new life into your family, you’ll likely experience a heightened sense of responsibility. Diapers, seemingly endless…

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Jul 01, 2024
Five Things to Consider Before Putting Your Elderly Parent in a Nursing Home
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Last Modified on Jul 01, 2024

Five Things to Consider Before Putting Your Elderly Parent in a Nursing Home When considering placing an elderly parent in a nursing home in Louisiana or any other location, it’s essential to make a well-informed…

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