Securing Your Assets After Divorce

Divorce shifts the financial landscape in ways people often don’t expect. While dividing property during the divorce process is one thing, making sure assets remain protected long after the divorce is finalized is another. If you don’t update your estate plan, your ex-spouse could still be listed as a beneficiary on accounts, inheritances could go to the wrong people, and your children’s future may not be as secure as you intended.

At Oak Grove Estate Planning, we’ll review your entire estate plan, including wills, trusts, life insurance policies, and retirement accounts. We ensure your documents reflect your new circumstances and protect your assets from unintended claims. We help you look beyond the immediate and think about what’s best for your children, your financial future, and the legacy you want to leave behind.

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Ensuring Your Children’s Future

Your children remain your priority, no matter what changes happen in your personal life. That’s why updating guardianship designations and trusts after a divorce is one of the most important steps you can take. Many people assume that if they pass away, their children will automatically go to the other parent. That’s not always the case, especially if there are concerns about your ex-spouse’s ability to provide a stable home.

A clear, updated estate plan ensures that your wishes for your children’s care will be honored. If you want to establish a trust to manage assets for your children, you’ll want to be sure that the right person oversees it. We guide you through these choices, ensuring your children’s financial well-being is protected and that the people you trust most make key decisions.

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Updating Your Power of Attorney and Healthcare Directives

Divorce means reassessing who controls major decisions if something happens to you. If your ex-spouse is still named as your power of attorney or healthcare proxy, they could make financial or medical decisions on your behalf. For many people, that’s not an option. Revising these documents is an essential step after a divorce.

We help you designate new individuals to make financial and medical decisions if you can’t do so yourself. Whether you want a trusted family member, a close friend, or an adult child to take on this role, we ensure your wishes are legally binding. Your peace of mind matters, and having these documents in place guarantees that the right people will make the right decisions.

Words from Families We've Helped

True Peace of Mind

“Planning for our child with special needs was our biggest concern. We wanted to make sure they would be financially secure and properly cared for, even when we’re no longer around. Oak Grove Estate Planning helped us set up a special needs trust and other legal protections we never even knew existed. Thanks to their guidance, we now have a plan that gives us true peace of mind.”

— Rebecca & Michael L.

Clear & Easy to Understand

“We always thought estate planning was something we’d get to ‘one day,’ but with our kids heading off to college and into adulthood, we realized we needed a plan. Oak Grove Estate Planning made everything clear and easy to understand. Now, we have a will, powers of attorney, and a plan that ensures our children will be taken care of no matter what. We’re so grateful for their guidance and expertise!”

— Lisa & Mark T.

We Feel Relieved

“We had always put off estate planning, thinking it was complicated and overwhelming. Oak Grove Estate Planning changed everything for us. They walked us through each step, from wills to trusts and healthcare directives, ensuring our wishes are honored and our children won’t have to deal with legal headaches. We feel relieved knowing everything is in place and handled by a firm we trust.”

— David & Susan M.

Simple & Stress Free

“As new parents, we constantly worried about what would happen to our children if something happened to us. Oak Grove Estate Planning helped us create a solid plan for guardianship and ensure our kids would be cared for by the people we trust most. We now have total peace of mind knowing our family’s future is secure. This firm truly understands the concerns of young families and makes the process simple and stress-free.”

— The Williams

Compassion and clarity throughout

I've had the pleasure of knowing and working alongside Andrew for several years. He is not only an incredibly knowledgeable estate planning attorney, but also one of the most caring and genuinely helpful people you'll ever meet. Throughout his career, he has helped thousands of individuals and families navigate some of life’s most important decisions with compassion and clarity. I highly recommend his firm to anyone in need of trustworthy, top-tier estate planning services. You’ll be in great hands!

— Kade S.

Genuine and dependable

Andrew possesses all the qualities and knowledge you would hope for in someone helping you plan for the future! He is such a kind, genuine, honest, and dependable person in all that he does!

— Karrigan D.
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Keeping Your Estate Plan Private and Secure

After a divorce, you may not want your ex-spouse to know the details of your estate plan. Some people worry about whether their former spouse will challenge their decisions or attempt to gain access to assets they no longer have a right to. We ensure your estate plan remains private and legally sound, protecting it from unnecessary disputes and challenges.

We craft trusts and legal structures that prevent outside interference and ensure that your documents comply with Louisiana law. With our guidance, you can move forward knowing that your personal and financial affairs remain secure, with no loose ends left behind.

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Why Choose Oak Grove Estate Planning?

Your estate plan deserves the full attention of a team that puts your future first. Whether you need to update an old will, establish a trust, or revise your beneficiaries, we’re ready to guide you through the process. Our Louisiana divorce estate planning lawyers help you build security and confidence in the life ahead. We ensure your legacy remains intact, no matter what changes life brings.

If you’re ready to create a solid estate plan for your future, we’re here to help. Call Oak Grove Estate Planning or contact us online, and let’s build a plan that protects what matters most to you.

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1-on-1 Attention

Every client works closely with our founder, attorney Andrew Mims, and our dedicated team to create a tailored plan that addresses their family's unique needs and future.

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100% Specialized

Oak Grove is one of the only law firms in all of Louisiana whose sole focus is Estate Planning, so you can fully count on industry expertise.

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Long-Term Support

Estate Planning is not a set-it-and-forget action. Laws can change. Life circumstances change. We provide you with continuous updates and support on your plan.

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