Wills & Estate Planning
Most people know they should have a will, and few understand why. Without a will, Louisiana law decides who inherits — following a fixed order that might not match what you'd actually want for your family. This process is likely to cause unnecessary frustration between family members.
A will allows you to state exactly what you want to happen with your property after you die. A will is often paired with a Power of Attorney, a document that ensures a trusted loved one can make decisions for you in case you aren't present physically or mentally.
These things are easy to put off, and most people do — until something happens and there's no plan in place. A conversation now, while life is semi-normal, is usually simpler and less expensive than sorting things out later without one.
What This Covers
Wills — deciding who inherits, who's in charge, and who cares for any minor children
Power of Attorney — naming someone you trust to make financial or medical decisions if you can't
Trusts — a way to manage and pass on assets outside of a will, often with more control or privacy than a will alone provides
Advance Directives / Living Wills — putting your own medical wishes in writing, ahead of time
When to Call
- You just had a child, or became a grandparent
- A parent or relative is getting older, and you're starting to worry about their care, their finances, their memory or mental capacity
- You've gone through a divorce, remarriage, or other big family change
- You don't have a will, and honestly haven't thought about it in years
Ready to talk it through?