Attorneys in New Orleans, Louisiana
An Overview of Our Succession Practice
If you need to plan for the division of your property upon death or to settle the estate of a loved one who has died, you want an experienced lawyer to guide you through the process. Without proper planning, your heirs may have difficulty obtaining clear title to real property. Furthermore, if you fail to settle an estate in a timely manner, you may incur unnecessary taxes or penalties.
At the law office of Gary S. Brown, LLC, we bring over 25 years of legal experience to people throughout the New Orleans metro area, handling a wide range of legal issues related to succession planning and succession administration. We work as a team, combining the skills and knowledge of our lawyers to best protect your interests. We care deeply about your well-being and strive to resolve your issues effectively, efficiently and with minimal expense to you. To schedule a free initial consultation, contact our office or call us at 504-561-8700 (toll-free at 877-568-8700).
Simple Successions / Estates
We will help you determine whether your loved one's estate can be settled through a simple succession process, which can often be completed in a matter of days. If we have all the necessary documents and can obtain the necessary sign-offs, we can complete this process for a flat fee, from $1000-2500, plus court costs. See our page on simple succession to learn more.
Complex Estates
If your loved one's estate is more complex, we can handle a succession under administration proceeding for you. We will work with you to put together an inventory of assets, ensure the payment of all final debts and taxes, and oversee the orderly distribution of property under the will. For additional information, go to our page on successions under administration.
Last Wills and Testaments
Our attorneys work closely with people who want to plan for the distribution of property or the care of minor children at death. We will help you prepare and put in place a valid will under Louisiana law, ensuring that your property is divided in accordance with your desires. To learn more, see our page on last wills and testaments.
Estate Planning / Powers of Attorney
We can also help you prepare for situations where you lack capacity to make decisions for yourself. We can prepare a power of attorney, which allows you to designate who will make decisions for you when you cannot. We also handle living wills, which allow you to identify the types of treatment you want employed or excluded in the event of incapacity. Visit our page on powers of attorney and living wills to learn more.
Contact Our Office
To set up a free initial consultation, contact us or call us at 504-561-8700 (toll-free at 877-568-8700). Our office is located in the Central Business District in New Orleans.