Questions often arise in probate matters as to the validity of the Last Will and Testament that is being probated. Whether the Testament is valid quite often significantly impacts who will and will not inherit from the estate. The following is a brief discussion of some of the most common legal issues involving challenges to …
What is a “Succession?” This is a common question people have after someone passes away. Basically, a succession is the legal process of dealing with the assets and liabilities left behind after someone passes. Under Louisiana law, there are different procedures that can be used to complete the succession process depending on the circumstances. These include: …