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When a person dies,
his estate is transferred to his heirs in accordance with
Louisiana Succession Law, sometimes referred to as Louisiana
Probate Law. The manner in which the estate is transferred is
controlled by the decedent’s Last Will and Testament, if one
exists. However; in the event the decedent did not write a Last
Will and Testament, Louisiana Succession Law transfers his
property based upon priorities listed in the law.
Without a Will, the decedent’s estate is transferred to his
children, his surviving spouse only having the legal use
(usufruct) until her death or remarriage. If the decedent did
prepare a Last Will and Testament, he can provide otherwise,
which would enable him to give his estate to his spouse,
children, or third person, without reservation.
In most cases, succession proceedings are necessary,
specifically where there is a Last Will and Testament or real
estate is involved. In his 38 years of law office practice, Ken
Riche has handled hundreds of successions and is able to prepare
your succession in a competent and efficient manner.
Call our office at (225) 924-6300 or use our
contact
form to schedule a consultation.
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