How to find out about land I inherited but did not know I inherited?

You should search the conveyance records at the Terrebone Parish Clerk of Court's office. The conveyance records will contain a copy of your...

My mom wrote out her final wishes signed and dated it but never went to an attorney to get a Will,

As the previous answers indicate, this seems to be a valid olographic testament, but I would have a qualified attorney review it nonetheless. As a...

Louisiana: Father died. He appt friend as executor. Executor disbursed funds to only some siblings. Excluded others. Legal?

There is no requirement that you be included in your father's will. So, unless you are a forced heir, you may not be entitled to any portion of...

We had trust and wills drafted a few years ago. I don't see the attorney name on any of the documents. is that normal?

There is no requirement that the attorney who drafted the will and other estate planning documents include his name on the documents. However,...

In LA. , can a widow make her step-son leave the house when husband passes away. Mortgage not in either one's name

It's a difficult question and you should consult an attorney. In general terms, however, the question here is not the mortgage, but the legal...

This is a very difficult situation and without a doubt you should consult an attorney about the specifics of your case. That said, in Louisiana,...

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Single mother needs an affordable lawyer to solve a domestic dispute. Where does she start to look?

You should contact the New Orleans Pro Bono Project www.probono-no.org) or the Advocacy Center (www.advocacyla.org). Depending on need, services...

The problem is difficult and you should seek the advice of an attorney. Generally speaking, however, property that your father inherited from his...

Mr. Munson and Ms. Coleman are both correct. If the named succession representative (who seems to be in possession of the will) refuses to have it...

Can I get help finding and elder lawyer who helps exploitation of the elderly. A lawyer that would act accordingly and help.

You should contact the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELS) for attorneys who specialize in this field.