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May

Leaving a Legacy: Planning for Values, Not Just Valuables

Estate planning is about more than transferring money and property. It's also about passing on the things that define who you are—your faith, values, family culture, and the causes you believe in. At Oak Grove, we help clients create plans that reflect both their asse...

May

What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Louisiana?

Many people assume that if they die without a will, their spouse or children will simply “get everything. ” But in Louisiana, dying without a will — known as dying intestate — triggers a legal process called succession, and the results can surprise even clo...

May

Using Trusts to Protect Your Children’s Inheritance

If you're planning to leave an inheritance to your children, a trust might be the best way to do it — especially in Louisiana, where legal complexity and forced heirship can impact how assets are transferred. Here’s why many families choose trusts over simple wi...

May

What Makes Louisiana Estate Planning So Different? (And Why It Matters)

If you've recently moved to Louisiana or are creating your first estate plan here, you may have noticed something: estate planning in this state doesn’t quite follow the same rules as everywhere else. That’s because Louisiana uses a civil law system — the...

May

How to Legally Name a Guardian for Your Children in Louisiana

If you have minor children, naming a legal guardian (called a “tutor” in Louisiana) is one of the most important decisions you can make. Yet it's one many families put off — not because it’s unimportant, but because it’s hard to think about som...

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