Louisiana Wills Lawyer

A last will and testament is a legal document that determines how your property will be distributed after your death, but it’s also much more than that. A will provides clarity about your wishes and protection for the people you love. Having those wishes written down in an official document means that your loved ones won’t have to wonder—and possibly argue—about what you wanted at a time when they should be supporting each other through your loss. Working with a Louisiana wills lawyer can help you achieve that clarity.

If you have been putting off making a will because you think that it is too complicated, or just because other urgent issues demand your attention, you’re not alone. But there’s no substitute for the feeling of relief that comes with knowing you have done everything possible to protect and provide for the ones you love. Aspen Estate Planning works to make estate planning easy, convenient, and less stressful, so you can experience that relief.

To get started creating a will that’s right for you, contact Aspen Estate Planning to connect with an experienced Louisiana wills lawyer who cares about you and what matters to you.

Why It’s Important to Have a Will

Every adult should have a will, but it’s especially important for anyone with significant assets or whose loved ones might not automatically inherit from them. Without a will or other estate plan, your estate will be distributed according to Louisiana state law, known as intestacy. Louisiana intestacy law prioritizes close blood relatives, regardless of the closeness of the actual relationship. That can pose a problem if you are in a blended family, if you are not married to your partner, or if you have stepchildren or others that you want to inherit from you. A will allows you to specify who will inherit from you and what they will receive, rather than the law making that decision.

A will also allows you to name a person you trust as guardian for your child if you are no longer there to care for them. Naming a guardian in your will helps to ensure that your wishes will be honored, prevent conflict between would-be guardians, and most importantly, protects your child at a time when they are already dealing with the loss of a parent.

It’s also important to have a will if you have friends or chosen family to whom you want to leave your belongings, or if there is a charity or cause you want to support with assets from your estate. In a nutshell, creating a will with the help of a Louisiana wills lawyer allows you to have control of your legacy after you are gone—and in the meantime, gives you peace of mind that the ones you love will be provided for.

The Aspen Estate Planning Difference

Even people who understand the importance of having a will often hesitate to take the first steps toward making one. It may seem too complicated or uncomfortable to talk about, or you might simply have difficulty making the time to talk to a lawyer with a lot of other commitments demanding your attention.

I established Aspen Estate Planning to help people overcome all of those barriers to estate planning. The process should feel comfortable, collaborative, and convenient—like a conversation with a trusted friend who understands what matters to you and is committed to helping you protect it.

I meet you where you are, literally—either by videoconference or traveling to your location—so you don’t have to take time out of your busy day to travel to a lawyer’s office to discuss your goals or sign papers. My focus is on making your life easier, both by protecting what you value and making it stress-free to put that protection in place with a valid will.