Blog Posts in 2015

Pet Trusts Now Officially Recognized In Louisiana

Post-Mortem Pet Planning: Then and Now Have you ever wondered what would happen to your pet if something happened to you? Who would care for your "fur baby"? How would you ensure that the funds set aside for that care were being used properly? For years, the answers to those questions were nowhere to be found in Louisiana law, which generally treats animals as a type of property. As of August 1, ...

Leger Law Group Receives Client's Choice Award

We are proud to announce that the Leger Law Group, LLC has been awarded the 2015 Client's Choice Award from Avvo, a company committed to helping individuals make better legal decisions. We are also recognized as a five-star law firm! Thank you to everyone who nominated us and provided feedback across multiple platforms. We appreciate each and every one of our clients and we look forward to ...

What is a Trust and Do I Need One?

A Trust document creates a relationship by which one person (the “Trustee”) manages property for the benefit of another person (the “Beneficiary”). There can be multiple Trustees and Beneficiaries of a Trust, depending on the wishes of the person who is creating the Trust (the “Grantor” or “Settlor”). For many individuals, including those with minor children, a Trust may be the most efficient way ...

What is Estate Planning?

Estate planning is the process that allows individuals to choose how their property is to be managed and distributed upon their death or incapacity. This process allows individuals to opt out of Louisiana’s default laws concerning who will be able to manage or receive their property upon death or incapacity. Two of the most essential tools used in estate planning are Testaments (also known as ...